Core Points - The Dominican Republic has agreed to allow the United States to use certain restricted areas of the San Isidro Air Force Base and the Americas International Airport to assist in combating drug smuggling [1] - This cooperation aims to enhance monitoring and combat capabilities against transnational crime in the Caribbean region, with the U.S. viewing the Dominican Republic as a key security partner [1] - The U.S. Southern Command and Air Force will provide equipment such as KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft and C-130 transport planes for maritime and aerial monitoring, interception of smuggling, medical transport, and disaster relief [1] Military Presence in the Caribbean - The visit of the U.S. Defense Secretary coincides with the expansion of U.S. military presence in the Caribbean, with over 20 alleged drug smuggling vessels sunk since early September, resulting in over 80 deaths [2] - The deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group, which includes over 15,000 personnel, multiple warships, and hundreds of aircraft, marks a significant military buildup in the region, unprecedented in decades [2] - This military expansion has faced condemnation from several countries in the region [2]
美防长访多米尼加 多方允许美方使用其空军基地“扫毒”
Xin Hua She·2025-11-27 02:30