The first four Stryker armored vehicles purchased by the government of President Javier Miley from the United States have arrived in ArgentinaWhich means important progress in modernizing our country’s military capabilities and strengthening its cooperation with Washington in the key field of defense.
This Wednesday, September 3, the American Ambassador Peter Lamelas Accompanied by the Minister of Defense Louis Petrie, His successor in this position, General Carlos Prestiand other local authorities during the official presentation of the vehicles in Boloni Arsenal.
The Stryker is an eight-wheeled armored vehicle It is used by the US Army to conduct rapid operations, allowing infantry forces to move safely and agilely, providing an effective combination of firepower and protection for soldiers.
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Argentina purchased eight of these vehicles Dedicated to moving troops (ICV). The remaining four will arrive on December 8. Full package value – Which includes vehicles, their spare parts, training on their operation and technical support –It’s $20 million. The United States is providing technical support while General Dynamics Land Systems, the manufacturer of the Stryker aircraft, is providing training.
These vehicles will allow Argentina to carry out various missions: peacekeeping operations, rapid disaster response and humanitarian assistance actions; In addition, it will enhance interoperability with US systems, highlighting President Donald Trump’s commitment to working with his most important allies in the region.
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