Coastal Patrol (Patrulla Costera)
Pacific and Caribbean coast patrol — counter-narcotics interdiction, EEZ enforcement, and coastal security. Colombia's Pacific coast is a primary maritime drug trafficking corridor; coastal patrol units intercept go-fast vessels and semi-submersible narco-submarines (narco-subs) in one of the most active maritime counter-narcotics environments in the world. Operations are conducted jointly with the Colombian National Police and in coordination with the US Coast Guard.
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Coastal Patrol (Patrulla Costera) (Armada Nacional (Colombian Navy)) — Frequently Asked Questions
Q01Is Coastal Patrol (Patrulla Costera) in the Armada Nacional (Colombian Navy) (Colombia) worth it?
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Q04What does a Coastal Patrol (Patrulla Costera) do in the Armada Nacional (Colombian Navy)?
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