The USNS Comfort will continue its mission in the Caribbean Sea as part of the Continuing Promise 2025 initiative. The ship's planned stop in Panama has been relocated from Panama City to Colón, scheduled for June 25 to July 1. Despite this change, efforts will be made to conduct as many of the originally planned activities in Panama City as possible.
These activities include a humanitarian aid and disaster response exercise, construction projects by Seabees, veterinary surgeries, band performances, and expert exchanges. The United States emphasizes its valued partnership with Panama, highlighting shared history and strong democratic values.
U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command is reviewing the remaining schedule for Continuing Promise 2025 to ensure flexibility and mission success while the hospital ship remains in Caribbean waters. The crew of the USNS Comfort is committed to maintaining professionalism and adapting to revised mission requirements.
The U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. Fourth Fleet continues its commitment to strengthening regional partnerships and fostering relationships. They are working closely with partners to communicate any changes to planned events and will provide updates as details are finalized.
"The United States deeply values its partnership with Panama," said U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command/U.S. Fourth Fleet representatives, reaffirming their dedication to cooperation with the Panamanian people and government.
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