USSOUTHCOM

United States Southern Command, commonly known as SOUTHCOM, is one of the eleven unified combatant commands of the United States Department of Defense. Its area of responsibility encompasses Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. SOUTHCOM is headquartered at Doral, Florida. The command's primary mission is to provide security cooperation and support for the region, fostering stability and deterring threats. It works in partnership with the militaries and security forces of partner nations to address common challenges.

SOUTHCOM's activities include military training exercises, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations, counternarcotics efforts, and security sector reform initiatives. The command plays a crucial role in promoting democratic governance and human rights within its area of operations. It also focuses on interdiction of illicit trafficking, including drugs and weapons, which can destabilize the region. The personnel of SOUTHCOM are drawn from all branches of the U.S. military. Their work is essential in maintaining positive relationships and ensuring regional security in a dynamic part of the world.