Belmopan, September 22, 2023.
Today, Hon. Florencio Marin, Jr., Minister of National Defence and Border Security, was awarded the Louisiana Distinguished Service Medal by Major General Keith Waddell, Adjutant General of the Louisiana National Guard.
The citation reads “for exceptionally meritorious service in cooperation with the Louisiana National Guard State Partnership Program. The Honorable Florencio Marin’s leadership in the Ministry of National Defence and Border Security in Belize strengthened the partnership with the Louisiana National Guard. His dedication to excellence, professionalism, and leadership have been instrumental in the overall success of the Louisiana National Guard’s state partnership program. The Honorable Mr. Marin’s actions are in keeping with the finest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the Ministry of National Defence and Border Security, the Louisiana National Guard, and the State of Louisiana.”
The Belize/Louisiana State Partnership Program commenced some 26 years ago and continues to grow strength to strength. The program has assisted in fostering great professionalism for the Belize Defence Force and Belize Coast Guard through training and subject matter expertise exchanges.
Minister Marin expressed his gratitude for the honor bestowed on him and for the stellar friendship and camaraderie established with the Louisiana National Guard.
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