ROSEAU, Dominica – In a significant demonstration of international security cooperation, medical personnel from the Virgin Islands National Guard (VING) have successfully concluded a specialized training program with the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force (CDPF). The joint exercise, held from February 23-27, 2026, at the King George Street facilities in Roseau, marks a pivotal advancement in emergency medical capabilities for Caribbean security forces.
The training initiative was implemented under the auspices of the State Partnership Program (SPP), with additional support provided by the 436th Civil Affairs Battalion team. The comprehensive program focused exclusively on Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) protocols, representing the gold standard in battlefield medicine and emergency trauma response.
Participants engaged in intensive practical simulations covering critical life-saving interventions. The curriculum included advanced techniques for hemorrhage control through proper tourniquet application, wound packing and bandaging procedures, and airway management protocols for compromised patients. These skills are particularly vital for law enforcement and military personnel who may encounter trauma scenarios in remote or high-risk environments.
A official statement from the VING highlighted the strategic importance of the exchange: ‘This collaborative endeavor emphasized systematic trauma assessment and treatment methodologies to prevent further injury or mortality. The partnership has substantially reinforced the capacity to deploy TCCC competencies effectively in real-world scenarios, enhancing the ability to provide critical care to both responders and civilians.’
The bilateral training exercise strengthens regional security partnerships and enhances medical response capabilities across the Caribbean basin, ensuring that both military and police units are better prepared to handle severe trauma incidents whether in combat situations or civilian emergencies.