More than 300 US military personnel will participate in joint exercises in Colombia from October 27 to November 11, the South American country's Ministry of Defense reported. The military body stated that the army will implement integrated exercises focusing on "the fight against drug trafficking, illegal exploitation of mining deposits, challenges with unmanned aerial systems and medical evacuation". "During the exercise, which reaches its fourth edition in Colombia, the level of mutual operation between the two armies will be verified, as well as coordination in the development of military maneuvers and operational decision-making processes," he added.