{"id":334274,"date":"2024-12-15T23:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=334274"},"modified":"2024-12-17T18:23:07","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T18:23:07","slug":"u-s-army-south-peruvian-partner-nation-liaison-officer-promoted-to-colonel-and-bids-farewell-to-the-unit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=334274","title":{"rendered":"U.S. Army South Peruvian partner nation liaison officer promoted to colonel and bids farewell to the unit"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n Lt. Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz, the Peruvian army partner nation liaison officer (PNLO) to U.S. Army South (USARSOUTH), is promoted to the rank of colonel during a ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024. Avellaneda has served as a PNLO since February 2023, and during his tenure had played a key role in advancing the U.S.-Peruvian military partnership. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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\n Peruvian army Maj. Gen. Marco Marin, U.S. Army South (USARSOUTH) Deputy Commanding General \u2013 Interoperability pins the rank of colonel on to newly promoted Peruvian army Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz, the Peruvian army partner nation liaison officer (PNLO) to USARSOUTH, during a ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024. Avellaneda has served as a PNLO since February 2023, and during his tenure had played a key role in advancing the U.S.-Peruvian military partnership. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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\n Peruvian army Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz, the U.S. Army South Peruvian army partner nation liaison officer (PNLO) recieves a farewell gift from the Brazilian, Chilean, and Colombian PNLOs following his promotion ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec, 16, 2024. Avellaneda has served as a PNLO since February 2023, and during his tenure had played a key role in advancing the U.S.-Peruvian military partnership. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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Peruvian Lt. Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz, the Peruvian army partner nation liaison officer (PNLO) to U.S. Army South (USARSOUTH), was promoted to the rank of colonel during a ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 16.<\/p>\n

The ceremony was presided over by Peruvian Maj. Gen. Marco Marin, USARSOUTH Deputy Commanding General \u2013 Interoperability (DCG-I), who praised Avellaneda\u2019s achievements and leadership as \u201cwell-deserved.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI had the opportunity to work with him shoulder to shoulder and appreciate his capabilities and his army potential up close,\u201d said Marin. \u201cI would like to express my deepest and sincere wishes in this new stage of your professional life. Continue to move forward successfully\u2014and let\u2019s go for the stars!\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n Peruvian army Maj. Gen. Marco Marin, the U.S. Army South (USARSOUTH) Deputy Commanding General – Interoperability, speaks during the promotion ceremony of Peruvian army Lt. Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz, the USARSOUTH Peruvian army partner nation liaison officer (PNLO) at Fort San Houston, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024. During his remarks, Marin praised Avellaneda\u2019s achievements and leadership as \u201cwell-deserved.\u201d (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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Marin highlighted Avellaneda\u2019s leadership and dedication throughout his career, emphasizing the importance of family, training, and mentorship in his professional success.<\/p>\n

\u201cI know that you’ll be a great leader, with the support that you received from your family, combined with the training that you received in the army during your career and the guidance of your comrades in arms and hierarchical superiors, you know how to make this rank shine,\u201d Marin said.<\/p>\n

During his tenure as the Peruvian PNLO, Avellaneda played a key role in advancing the U.S.-Peruvian military partnership. His contributions included planning and executing two bilateral staff talks\u2014 one in Fort Sam Houston and another in Lima, Peru\u2014 and transitioning the Security Forces Assistance Brigade (SFAB) mission to the Peruvian Doctrine and Education Command. Additionally, he facilitated over 20 agreed-to-actions to bolster collaboration between the two armies.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on his nearly two-year assignment, Avellaneda expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn from and work with U.S. armed forces personnel.<\/p>\n

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\n Peruvian army Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz, the USARSOUTH Peruvian partner nation liaison officer (PNLO) provides remarks during his promotion and award ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024. Avellaneda has served as a PNLO since February 2023, and during his tenure has played a key role in advancing the U.S.-Peruvian military partnership. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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\u201cI have many memories that I will carry in my heart,\u201d he said. \u201cI had the opportunity to work with very professional and dedicated individuals who are always seeking to strengthen ties, which are very important.\u201d<\/p>\n

Avellaneda\u2019s efforts significantly enhanced the U.S.-Peruvian relationship, shifting its focus from a brigade-level partnership to a more strategic level. His work opened new opportunities for collaboration, including integrating the SFAB mission into Peruvian military schools.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis has been a moment in my career to observe and be a part of great interactions between our armies, united in purpose,\u201d said Avellaneda. \u201cWe share a vision of addressing mutual challenges, such as combating threats.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n Maj. Gen. Phil Ryan, U.S. Army South commander, presents Peruvian army Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz, the USARSOUTH Peruvian army partner nation liaison officer (PNLO) with the Meritorious Service Medal following his award ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024. Ryan commended Avellaneda for his outstanding performance and contributions over the past two years. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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\n U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Phil Ryan, the U.S. Army South (USARSOUTH) commander, congratulates Peruvian army Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz, the USARSOUTH Peruvian partner nation liaison officer (PNLO) during his promotion ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024. Ryan praised Avellaneda for his key role in advancing the U.S.-Peruvian military partnership. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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Maj. Gen. Phil Ryan, USARSOUTH commander, presented Avellaneda with the Meritorious Service Medal, commending his outstanding performance and contributions over the past two years.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have a superb team of partner nation liaisons led by our DCG-I, but we\u2019re going to miss you,\u201d said Ryan. \u201cWhat a way to go out\u2014a promotion and award in the same ceremony. You’ve been a super team player, and we appreciate it.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\n U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Phil Ryan, U.S. Army South commander, presents the son of Peruvian army Col. Jose Diaz, Jose Andr\u00e9 Avellaneda, with the Boldness, Responsibility, Adaptability, and Tolerance (B.R.A.T) certificate following a promotion ceremony at Fort San Houston, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024. Ryan honored Jose with the B.R.A.T. certificate in recognition of his support and sacrifice to his father, the U.S. Army, and Peru over the past two years. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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\n Jose Andr\u00e9 Avellaneda removes Peruvian army Lt. Col. Jose Avellaneda Diaz\u2019s rank during a promotion ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 16, 2024. Avellaneda, the Peruvian army partner nation liaison officer to U.S. Army South, was promoted to the rank of colonel during the ceremony. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. ShaTyra Cox)
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Ryan also presented Avellaneda\u2019s son, Jose Andr\u00e9 Avellaneda, with the Boldness, Responsibility, Adaptability, and Tolerance (B.R.A.T) certificate in recognition of his support and sacrifice to his father, the U.S. Army, and Peru.<\/p>\n

Avellaneda will depart Fort Sam Houston for Peru this month. His successor, Col. Jose Lizandro Cabrera Santa Cruz, is scheduled to arrive in January 2025.<\/p>\n

Avellaneda expressed confidence in Cabrera\u2019s ability to continue strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Peruvian armies.<\/p>\n

\u201cI must highlight the role of this position in strengthening the alliances between our armies,\u201d said Avellaneda. \u201cI leave this responsibility in the capable hands of Col. Cabrera, who will carry forward the responsibilities with commitment.\u201d<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, Avellaneda emphasized the importance of maintaining and expanding the partnership he helped cultivate. He expressed optimism for future collaborations, including the possibility of Peru hosting Southern Vanguard, a U.S. Southern Command-sponsored exercise designed to enhance interoperability among Western Hemisphere forces.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am confident that in the future, we will be even more united and interoperable,\u201d Avellaneda concluded. \u201cTogether, the United States and Peru will achieve great things!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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