Jimaní, DR.- For the first time in history, the General Staff of the Dominican Armed Forces gathered in Jimaní, a border province, to discuss critical issues and evaluate the effectiveness of military operations aimed at securing the country’s borders.
The meeting, held at the El Rodeo fortress of the 14th Infantry Battalion, brought together high-ranking military officers to strengthen collaboration between military branches and ensure the country’s territorial integrity and security. The gathering was chaired by Minister of Defense, Lieutenant General Carlos Luciano Díaz Morfa, who emphasized the importance of unity among the Armed Forces.
Vice Admiral Ramón G. Betances Hernández, Vice Minister of Defense for Naval and Coastal Affairs, Major General Pilot Leonel A. Muñoz Noboa, Vice Minister of Defense for Air and Space Affairs, and Major General Miguel A. Rubio Báez were among those in attendance.
During the meeting, Minister Díaz Morfa and senior officers inaugurated Detachment 248 and reinaugurated the renovated facilities of the El Rodeo fortress, which serves as the headquarters of the 14th Army Infantry Battalion in Jimaní. The event was also attended by local authorities, including Governor Mercedes Novas de Vólquez and Mayor Laureano Santana Cuevas.
This historic meeting marked a significant milestone for the Dominican Armed Forces, as it brought together top officials to address pressing issues and promote unity within the ranks. The gathering will undoubtedly have a positive impact on national security and defense operations.