New Episode of the Frontiers of Technology Podcast Released: Renewable Energy and National Security
Dive into Frontiers of Technology, where we explore the crucial role of renewable energy in national security. In this episode, Amanda walks us through the advancements in solar, wind, and hydropower, and how these technologies are transforming the defense and energy autonomy of nations. Discover how military bases are […]
The IADB participates in the 2nd Specialized Conference of the CEA
The Inter-American Defense Board participated in the opening ceremony of the II Specialized Conference – Paraguay 2024, within the framework of the Conference of American Armies (CEA), which took place from August 19 to 23 in the city of Asunción. The event was attended by the Minister of National Defense of Paraguay […]
JID promotes Workshop on Prevention of Trafficking in Firearms, Ammunition and Explosives
On October 2, 2024, the Inter-American Defense Board held a virtual workshop on the Prevention of Trafficking in Firearms, Ammunition, and Explosives, organized by the Inter-American Defense Board and the Organization of American States (OAS), attended by more than 5,000 registered participants from 40 countries. The main objective was to promote the prevention of trafficking in firearms, ammunition, and explosives.
New Episode of the Frontiers of Technology Podcast Released: Artificial Intelligence and Military Strategy
Dive into Frontiers of Technology, where we explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing military strategy. In this episode, hosted by Amanda, we discuss how AI is transforming decision-making in highly complex situations, enabling faster and more accurate planning on the battlefield. Join us on […]
The IADB and the Copernicus Centre for Latin America and the Caribbean discuss satellite information and climate change
On September 24, a video conference was held between Dr. Claudia Herrera Melgar, representing the Copernicus Center for Latin America and the Caribbean, located in Panama, and the members of the Disaster Cooperation Division of the Inter-American Defense Board, on the topic of information by […]
President of the IADB Council of Delegates participates in event at the Perry Center
On September 27, 2024, the President of the Council of Delegates, General Marco Antonio Álvarez Reyes (Mexico), represented the Inter-American Defense Board at the closing of the Alumni and Emerging Leaders Summit, held at the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies. During his participation in the event, General Marco Antonio Álvarez Reyes […]
Inter-American monitors evaluate humanitarian demining training in Colombia
From September 16 to 27, 2024, the Inter-American Humanitarian Demining Monitor Group in Colombia (GMI-CO), a mission of the Inter-American Defense Board in support of the Comprehensive Action Program against Antipersonnel Mines of the Organization of American States (AICMA-OAS), was deployed in Colombian territory, monitoring the training of the Mine Action Battalion […]
JID participates in the XXXI Inter-American Naval Conference
Between September 23 and 27, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the Inter-American Defense Board (IADB) participated in the XXXI Inter-American Naval Conference (CNI), whose central theme in 2024 was “Naval challenges and strategies to ensure operational readiness for new technologies and the expansion of naval responsibilities […]
President of the OAS Committee on Hemispheric Security visits the IADB
On September 17, 2024, Ambassador Jacinth Henry Martin, Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the Organization of American States and current Chair of the OAS Committee on Hemispheric Security, visited the historic facilities of the Casa del Soldado, headquarters of the Inter-American Board of Directors.
The Soldier's House is visited by students from the Colombian Higher War School
On September 20, the Inter-American Defense Board (IADB) received a visit from the Colombian War College on a study trip to Washington, DC. Led by Brigadier General Jaime Alonso Galindo, director of the Colombian War College, the delegation was received at the Casa del Soldado […]
New Episode of the Frontiers of Technology Podcast Released: Augmented and Virtual Reality in Military Training
Dive into Frontiers of Technology, where we explore how Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) are revolutionizing military training. In this episode, hosted by Amanda, we look at the challenges and opportunities these technologies offer to prepare armed forces in simulated and safe environments. Join us as we uncover the […]
JID participates in CYBERAI 2024
During the month of July of this year, the graduation ceremony of the course “Development of Cyber Policies and Applications of Artificial Intelligence for Defense” (CYBERAI) 2024, taught by the William J. Perry Hemispheric Center for Defense Studies, was held. At this time of academic interaction with professionals from different countries, […]
