A US Central Command envoy is on a visit to review security upgrades to border security systems installed at Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) land and maritime border regiments, the US Embassy said on Tuesday.
The two-week visit, taking place in coordination with the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, concludes on July 9.
The envoy will coordinate with military officials and the head of the LAF Navy to ensure the communications and surveillance systems integrate successfully into the operational framework at LAF headquarters, according to the Embassy.
“This visit is part of ongoing US assistance to the LAF, which has totaled over $2 billion since 2010, and supplements LAF investments in training, equipment, and resources for its staff,” the statement said.
In June 2021, the United States provided $59 million as a reimbursement to the LAF for security expenses incurred in 2018.
It has also committed to providing $120 million in foreign military financing in 2021 to support LAF operations and capacities.
