Through Operation Flintlock, the United States of America has pledged to assist countries throughout the sub-region in combating armed insurgency activities.
The US Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, made the announcement during her speech at Operation Flintlock, which Ghana hosted for the first time in 15 years.
“Our commitment to security in the region is long-term, but today’s exercise is also timely as we don’t have to look far to see security threats in the region. We know security threats cannot be fully addressed through military force, but if we want lasting solutions, we must address the root cause of conflicts which include economic, inter and intra-communal schisms, weak institutions, and competition over resources.”
She declared that there was a need to “improve security conditions and create the stability required to attract foreign investment and encourage economic growth as Ghana finds itself in an economic crisis.”
“The US continues to support bilateral and regional capacity-building initiatives to counter the threats of terrorism with partners, civil society, defense, law enforcement, and the judiciary systems,” she added.
She explained that one of the objectives of the Flintlock exercise is to develop trust between risk communities and the armed forces through exercises, including medical outreach events.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
