Visit of the Commander of the Ecuadorian Army to the IADB

On October 17, the Inter-American Defense Board received, at the historic facilities of the Casa del Soldado, in Washington, the visit of the Commander of the Army of the Land Force of Ecuador, Army General Edwin Fernando Adatty Albuja, accompanied by Colonel Víctor Hugo Villavicencio Zavala, Military Advisor in the Permanent Mission of the […]
Joining forces for the common good!

JID promotes Seminar on Prevention, Response to Disasters and Aerospace Employment On November 6 and 7, 2024, the Inter-American Defense Board, based in Washington, DC, will hold the Seminar on Prevention, Response to Disasters and Aerospace Employment, with virtual transmission in three languages – Spanish, English and Portuguese. The seminar is aimed at […]
JID promotes Hemispheric Cyber Defense Seminar – In the digital environment, danger can come from everywhere. Protect yourself!

On October 31, 2024, the Inter-American Defense Board, based in Washington, DC, will hold the Hemispheric Cyber Defense Seminar, broadcast virtually in three languages – Spanish, English, and Portuguese. This seminar is aimed at all those interested in cyber defense and especially senior key decision makers.
New Episode of the Frontiers of Technology Podcast: Space Technology, its Usefulness and Application in Defense and Security

Listen to the new episode here: In Spanish YouTube: https://youtu.be/wTewpKgkmM4 In Portuguese YouTube: https://youtu.be/cuFizwDWTE8 In English YouTube: https://youtu.be/vMsrPvEgPXA Dive into Frontiers of Technology and discover how space technology is transforming global defense and security. In this episode, Amanda guides us through the impact of satellites and other space innovations on […]
JID receives a visit from the Peruvian Army War College

On October 15, 2024, the directors and students of the Peruvian Army War College (ESGE) visited the historic facilities of the Casa del Soldado, in Washington, DC, where they were received by the Vice President of the Council of Delegates of the Inter-American Defense Board (IADB), General Carlos Gustavo Bazán Barrios […]
Ecuador's Joint Military Defense Academy visits the JID

On October 10, 2024, the directors and students of the Joint Military Defense Academy of Ecuador (ADEMIC) visited the facilities of the Inter-American Defense Board and were received by the Vice President of the Council of Delegates, General Carlos Gustavo Bazán Barrios (Paraguay). During the visit, the Head of the Undersecretariat of Military Services […]
Participation of the IADB in the OAS Committee on Hemispheric Security

The Inter-American Defense Board participated on October 3 in a meeting of the Committee on Hemispheric Security (CSH) of the Organization of American States (OAS), held in the historic Libertador Simón Bolívar Hall of the Casa de las Américas. At the event, the President of the Council of Delegates of the IADB, General […]
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 […]
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 […]