The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Defense responsible for providing financial and technical assistance, transferring defense materiel, and offering training and services to allies. It facilitates military-to-military contacts and manages the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, acting as an agent for procurement from American defense and aerospace companies. DSCA's activities support U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives by building the capacity of foreign security forces.
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Valerie Vasquez has served as a Senior Weapons Policy Analyst for the Defense Security Cooperation Agency.