The document details the activities of the 321st Civil Affairs Element (CAE) during the CENTAM GUARDIAN 25 exercise in Guatemala City. The mission involves conducting Civil Affairs Operations (CAO) to integrate civil considerations into operations and train identified tasks. The opening ceremony marked the beginning of the exercise, with participation from various partner nations, including Guatemala, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, and the Dominican Republic.
The opening ceremony took place at the Mariscal Zavala Military Base, with speeches from key leaders and the U.S. Ambassador to Guatemala. The CAE established the Civil Military Operations Center (CMOC) and began planning Civil Engagements (CE) and Civil Reconnaissance (CR) missions. Activities included coordinating with the Joint Task Force-B and conducting engagements with local authorities and institutions.
The focus shifted to conducting Civil Affairs Operations, including engagements with the DSCA Institute of Security Governance and the Army Higher Education Center Guatemala. The goal was to enhance understanding of current threats and support security cooperation efforts. The document highlights the importance of professional education for military and civilian leaders in advancing strategic goals and policy-making.