SPS-16 is an annual series of U.S. Navy deployments focused on subject matter expert exchanges with partner nation militaries and security forces in Central and South America and the Caribbean. U.S. military teams work with partner nation forces during naval-focused training exercises, military-to-military engagements and community relations projects in an effort to enhance partnerships with regional maritime activities and improve the operational readiness of participants.
U.S. Navy Story by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kimberly Clifford
CONCHAGUA, El Salvador (Aug. 24, 2016) – A Construction Engagement Team is currently mid-way through a construction project in Barrio El Calvario, Conchagua, El Salvador. The team is one of several Adaptive Force Packages (AFPs) deployed to Honduras, El Salvador, and Colombia as part of Southern Partnership Station 2016 (SPS 16).