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Culture, Access, Influence: The FAO Advantage in Irregular Warfare

Irregular Warfare Podcast

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Building Military Partnerships: The Role of FAOs

This chapter highlights the significance of long-term partnerships with foreign military forces, with El Salvador and Colombia as key examples. It emphasizes the crucial role of Foreign Area Officers (FAOs) in enhancing military capabilities, interoperability, and the execution of effective irregular warfare strategies. The discussion also addresses the evolution of the FAO program, focusing on the balance between maintaining foundational skills and adapting to new security challenges.

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