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2,000 Troops Unite in South Pacific Disaster Drill
5/3/2025
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- On April 21, 2025, the French Armed Forces kicked off Exercise Croix du Sud in Noumea, New Caledonia, uniting 2,000 personnel, 13 aircraft, and five ships from 18 nations. This biennial event emphasizes disaster response and fosters multinational collaboration, reinforcing security and solidarity in the South Pacific region.
