Thomas Di Nanno, Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Security and Arms Control at the US Department of State, announced that the US will increase expert and resource support to Argentina within the scope of security cooperation. At a press conference held in Buenos Aires, Di Nanno stated that the US will provide significant resources and expertise to counter-terrorism and anti-drug programs.
Di Nanno praised the counter-terrorism efforts in Argentina, drawing attention especially to the role of Iran and Hezbollah in the 1994 terrorist attack on AMIA. He expressed that the US continues its international response and cooperation efforts regarding this attack. He also commended the Argentine government's determined stance on counter-terrorism.
Responding to questions about China's increasing presence in the region, Di Nanno stated that they do not see China as a direct enemy but are concerned about its influence in the region. He emphasized that the US security strategy in the region aims to balance economic and military competition. Di Nanno recalled that US President Donald Trump’s meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping will take place soon.
Di Nanno said that the US is in close cooperation with Argentina in counter-terrorism and anti-drug efforts and that the scope of this cooperation will be expanded. He noted that institutions such as the FBI and DEA also participate in joint efforts with Argentina. Additionally, he stated that the US will contribute in areas such as training, equipment, and software to support Argentina's defense capacity.
Di Nanno stated that the cooperation between Argentina and the US is an important step in regional security and crime fighting, noting that the two countries share common goals and resources will be increased accordingly.
