Panamanian special forces members prepare to search a vessel during a bilateral simulated visit, board, search, and seizure training with the U.S., at Panama City, Panama, July 17, 2025. As part of PANAMAX-Alpha Phase I, the Government of Panama conducted unilateral, simulated Panama Canal security operations, supported by U.S. Southern Command. This phase includes Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) academics, a command post exercise (CPX), and a field training exercise (FTX). (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sadie Colbert)