According to the US Southern Command, the amphibious dock carrier “San Antonio” carrying the 24th Marine Expeditionary Force successfully completed the Panama Canal crossing mission on August 1. This is the first time since 2008 that the US Marine Corps Expeditionary Force has passed through this canal, marking that the US military has demonstrated new capabilities in rapid maneuvering and power delivery around the world. This large-scale maneuver fully demonstrated the unrestricted ability of the US Navy and Marine Corps teams within the “Southern Command” area of responsibility. The US military said that this amphibious alert force can quickly reach any location in the region. Whether it is carrying out humanitarian disaster relief, strengthening regional partnerships, or carrying out deterrent missions, it can provide a targeted and decisive influence. Currently, US military forces are being deployed in the “Southern Command” area of responsibility to support operations led by the US Department of Defense and implement the President's priorities. This military operation across the Panama Canal further proved the strategic flexibility of the US military in dealing with regional crises and maintaining maritime superiority.

According to the US Southern Command, the amphibious dock carrier “San Antonio” carrying the 24th Marine Expeditionary Force successfully completed the Panama Canal crossing mission on August 1. This is the first time since 2008 that the US Marine Corps Expeditionary Force has passed through this canal, marking that the US military has demonstrated new capabilities in rapid maneuvering and power delivery around the world. This large-scale maneuver fully demonstrated the unrestricted ability of the US Navy and Marine Corps teams within the “Southern Command” area of responsibility. The US military said that this amphibious alert force can quickly reach any location in the region. Whether it is carrying out humanitarian disaster relief, strengthening regional partnerships, or carrying out deterrent missions, it can provide a targeted and decisive influence. Currently, US military forces are being deployed in the “Southern Command” area of responsibility to support operations led by the US Department of Defense and implement the President's priorities. This military operation across the Panama Canal further proved the strategic flexibility of the US military in dealing with regional crises and maintaining maritime superiority.