This page contains press release content distributed by XPR Media. Members of the editorial and news staff of the USA TODAY Network were not involved in the creation of this content.

MSI² fortalece cooperación de defensa hemisférica con nombramientos estratégicos en Chile

El Instituto incorpora a Enzo Ibaceta como Enlace para Chile y al Contraalmirante (R) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez como Senior Fellow

Chile representa uno de los nodos estratégicos más importantes del hemisferio occidental”
— Dr. Rafael Marrero

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — El Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute (MSI²) anuncia la incorporación de dos distinguidos profesionales chilenos a su red internacional de expertos, fortaleciendo la cooperación en defensa, seguridad marítima y análisis estratégico en el hemisferio occidental. El Instituto da la bienvenida a Enzo Ibaceta como Senior Fellow y Enlace para Chile, y al Contraalmirante (R) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez, Armada de Chile, como Senior Fellow especializado en estrategia naval, logística de defensa y seguridad marítima.

Estas designaciones refuerzan el compromiso del MSI² con el análisis estratégico del hemisferio occidental, la cooperación regional y el estudio de los desafíos emergentes en seguridad global. Asimismo, la incorporación de ambos profesionales de alto nivel fortalece el vínculo institucional del Instituto con Chile, reconocido como un actor clave y una zona estratégica en las Américas por su relevancia geopolítica, su proyección marítima, su acceso al Pacífico y su papel en la arquitectura de seguridad regional.

El Dr. Rafael Marrero, Fundador & CEO del Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute, destacó la importancia estratégica de estas designaciones: “Chile representa uno de los nodos estratégicos más importantes del hemisferio occidental por su proyección marítima, su acceso al Pacífico, su cercanía a la Antártida y su papel en la arquitectura de seguridad regional. La incorporación de Enzo Ibaceta y del Contraalmirante (R) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez fortalece nuestra capacidad de análisis estratégico y consolida el vínculo del Instituto con Chile como socio clave en la defensa, la cooperación y la estabilidad en las Américas”.

Enzo Ibaceta aporta más de 25 años de experiencia en los sectores de defensa, seguridad, marítimo, aeronáutico y gubernamental en América Latina. Ingeniero comercial con especializaciones en marketing, economía y operaciones y estudios de posgrado en recursos humanos y desarrollo empresarial, ha liderado la negociación y ejecución de programas tecnológicos superiores a 100 millones de dólares, incluyendo sistemas C4ISR, comunicaciones Data Link, soluciones de comando y control y tecnologías de optimización en tiempo real basadas en inteligencia artificial y big data. Durante nueve años se desempeñó en México como Director General de SISDEF, colaborando con el liderazgo de las Fuerzas Armadas mexicanas en iniciativas de comando y control, inteligencia y transferencia tecnológica. Actualmente es socio de una consultora de defensa y seguridad y CEO de una startup enfocada en soluciones de optimización, y es reconocido por su visión estratégica y su capacidad para construir relaciones institucionales y culturales.

El Contraalmirante (R) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez aporta más de 38 años de servicio en la Armada de Chile, donde desarrolló una destacada trayectoria como estratega naval y experto en logística de defensa. Ingeniero Naval Electrónico y especialista de Estado Mayor, ocupó cargos de alta responsabilidad como Subjefe del Estado Mayor General de la Armada, Director de Ingeniería y Sistemas Navales, Director General de Logística de la Armada y Presidente del Directorio de los Astilleros y Maestranzas de la Armada (ASMAR). Posee un Magíster en Ciencias Navales y Marítimas y estudios de posgrado en ingeniería industrial, gestión empresarial, asuntos antárticos y alta dirección ejecutiva. Actualmente se desempeña como profesor residente en la Academia de Guerra Naval de Chile y como investigador en el Centro de Estudios Navales y Marítimos, donde se especializa en logística, economía de defensa, desarrollo de fuerzas y planificación operacional. Es coautor de Emerging Technologies and Their Impact on Naval Warfare (2023), y en el marco de su incorporación al MSI² se prevé el desarrollo de futuras publicaciones estratégicas, incluyendo un libro en preparación sobre asuntos marítimos y defensa.

La incorporación de ambos especialistas amplía la capacidad del MSI² para analizar dinámicas de seguridad, competencia estratégica, innovación tecnológica y cooperación en defensa en las Américas, fortaleciendo el diálogo estratégico entre Estados Unidos, Chile y América Latina y consolidando al Instituto como un actor relevante en el estudio de la seguridad del hemisferio occidental.

Sobre el Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute
El Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute es un centro de pensamiento conservador y no partidista dedicado al análisis estratégico, la seguridad internacional, la competencia geopolítica, la defensa, la economía y la innovación tecnológica, con énfasis en el hemisferio occidental.

___

Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute Strengthens Western Hemisphere Defense Cooperation with Strategic Chile Appointments

Institute appoints Enzo Ibaceta as Chile Liaison and Rear Admiral (Ret.) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez as Senior Fellow in naval strategy and maritime security.

The Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute (MSI²) announced the appointment of two distinguished Chilean professionals to its international network of experts, strengthening defense cooperation, maritime security, and strategic analysis across the Western Hemisphere. The Institute welcomes Enzo Ibaceta as Senior Fellow and Liaison to Chile and Rear Admiral (Ret.) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez of the Chilean Navy as Senior Fellow specializing in naval strategy, defense logistics, and maritime security.

These appointments reinforce MSI²’s commitment to Western Hemisphere strategic analysis, regional defense cooperation, and emerging global security challenges. The addition of these high-level professionals also strengthens the Institute’s institutional relationship with Chile, recognized as a key actor and strategic zone in the Americas due to its geopolitical significance, maritime projection, access to the Pacific, and role in regional security architecture.

Dr. Rafael Marrero, Founder and CEO of the Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute, emphasized the strategic importance of the appointments: “Chile represents one of the most important strategic nodes in the Western Hemisphere due to its maritime projection, Pacific access, proximity to Antarctica, and role in regional security architecture. The appointment of Enzo Ibaceta and Rear Admiral (Ret.) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez strengthens our strategic analytical capabilities and consolidates the Institute’s relationship with Chile as a key partner in defense, cooperation, and stability across the Americas.”

Enzo Ibaceta brings more than 25 years of experience across Latin America’s defense, security, maritime, aeronautical, and government sectors. A commercial engineer specializing in marketing, economics, and operations with postgraduate studies in human resources and business development, he has led the negotiation and execution of complex technological programs exceeding USD 100 million, including C4ISR systems, Data Link communications, command and control solutions, and AI-driven real-time optimization technologies. He served for nine years in Mexico as General Director of SISDEF, working closely with senior leadership of the Mexican Armed Forces on command and control, intelligence, and technology transfer initiatives. He currently serves as a partner in a defense and security consultancy and as CEO and shareholder of an optimization-focused startup, and is widely recognized for his strategic vision and ability to build institutional and cross-cultural relationships.

Rear Admiral (Ret.) Leonardo Quijarro Santibáñez contributes more than 38 years of service in the Chilean Navy, where he developed a distinguished career as a naval strategist and defense logistics expert. A Naval Electronics Engineer and General Staff Specialist, he held senior leadership positions including Deputy Chief of the Navy General Staff, Director of Naval Engineering and Systems, Director General of Naval Logistics, and Chairman of the Board of Navy Shipyards and Workshops (ASMAR). He holds a Master’s degree in Naval and Maritime Sciences and postgraduate studies in industrial engineering, business management, Antarctic affairs, and senior executive leadership. He currently serves as Resident Professor at the Chilean Naval War College and as a Research Fellow at the Center for Naval and Maritime Studies, specializing in logistics, defense economics, force development, and operational planning. He is co-author of Emerging Technologies and Their Impact on Naval Warfare (2023), and his appointment to MSI² includes plans for future strategic publications, including a forthcoming book on maritime and defense affairs.

The appointments expand MSI²’s capacity to analyze security dynamics, strategic competition, technological innovation, and defense cooperation across the Americas, strengthening strategic dialogue between the United States, Chile, and Latin America and reinforcing the Institute’s role in Western Hemisphere security analysis.

About Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute
The Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute is a nonpartisan, conservative think tank dedicated to strategic analysis, international security, geopolitical competition, defense, economics, and technological innovation with a focus on the Western Hemisphere.

Grethel Delgado
Rafael Marrero & Company Brands
grethel@rafaelmarrero.com
Visit us on social media:
LinkedIn
Instagram
YouTube
X

Legal Disclaimer:

EIN Presswire provides this news content “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability
for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this
article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.

Information contained on this page is provided by an independent third-party content provider. XPRMedia and this Site make no warranties or representations in connection therewith. If you are affiliated with this page and would like it removed please contact pressreleases@xpr.media

China Top 10 Modified Engineering Plastics Manufacturer KUMHO SUNNY Showcases Innovation at CHINAPLAS

China Top 10 Modified Engineering Plastics Manufacturer KUMHO SUNNY Showcases Innovation at CHINAPLAS

SHANGHAI, SHANGHAI, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As a driver settles into the cockpit of a modern

March 9, 2026

IT-Harvest Announces the 2026 Cyber 150: The Fastest-Growing Cybersecurity Companies

IT-Harvest Announces the 2026 Cyber 150: The Fastest-Growing Cybersecurity Companies

Unique data set allows rapid identification of winners. BIRMINGHAM, MI, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/

March 9, 2026

IML Security Announces Promotion of Kerem Altan to Assistant General Manager

IML Security Announces Promotion of Kerem Altan to Assistant General Manager

Leadership advancement reinforces IML Security’s commitment to internal growth and operational strength "Kerem has been

March 9, 2026

BoxLogix Delivers Automated Sortation System for Regional Healthcare Distribution Hub

BoxLogix Delivers Automated Sortation System for Regional Healthcare Distribution Hub

Automation streamlines parcel receiving and routing for a regional healthcare network, improving efficiency and

March 9, 2026

Kanin Achieves Informed Sport Certification

Kanin Achieves Informed Sport Certification

Kanin energy shots are certified as being safer for athletes by the sports and dietary supplement industry's global

March 9, 2026

Ride-Hailing Is Now Global, but Used Very Differently Around the World, New TGM Research Study Finds

Ride-Hailing Is Now Global, but Used Very Differently Around the World, New TGM Research Study Finds

Ride-Hailing Is Now Global, but Used Very Differently Around the World, New TGM Research Study Finds Ride-hailing is no

March 9, 2026

The Rise of AI-Powered Insurance Comparison Platforms

The Rise of AI-Powered Insurance Comparison Platforms

TX, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Buying insurance once meant paperwork, phone calls, and

March 9, 2026

AI-Powered B2B: ECER.com Reshaping Global Trade

AI-Powered B2B: ECER.com Reshaping Global Trade

BEIJING, CHINA, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As the tides of global trade shift toward a digital-first

March 9, 2026

MobileRVService.com is Helping to Reduce RV Service Center Repair Event Cycle Time (RECT) with On-Demand Service

MobileRVService.com is Helping to Reduce RV Service Center Repair Event Cycle Time (RECT) with On-Demand Service

Breaking the Peak-Season Bottleneck: Innovative Tool Reduces RV Repair Event Cycle Time by Matching Excess Dealer Work

March 9, 2026

Chenin Orthodontic Group Named Invisalign® Sapphire Provider – Highest Level of Experience in the World

Chenin Orthodontic Group Named Invisalign® Sapphire Provider – Highest Level of Experience in the World

Chenin Orthodontic Group earns Invisalign® Sapphire Provider status, reflecting more Invisalign experience than any

March 9, 2026

MORTON – Circular Knitting Machine Manufacturer in China: Innovation Trends at ITMA

MORTON – Circular Knitting Machine Manufacturer in China: Innovation Trends at ITMA

QUANZHOU, FUJIAN, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The rhythmic hum of thousands of precision engines creates

March 9, 2026

China Leading MPOS Mobile Payment Solution: ZCS Showcases GMS Android 14.0 Certified Devices at UAE Seamless

China Leading MPOS Mobile Payment Solution: ZCS Showcases GMS Android 14.0 Certified Devices at UAE Seamless

SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The global financial landscape is undergoing a profound

March 9, 2026

ABA, RBA & Baking Association of Canada sign MOU to forge strategic partnership

ABA, RBA & Baking Association of Canada sign MOU to forge strategic partnership

ABA, RBA & BAC sign MOU to advance North American baking through shared advocacy, resources & programming while

March 9, 2026

Josh Dotoli Ranked #1 Real Estate Agent in Broward County for 2025

Josh Dotoli Ranked #1 Real Estate Agent in Broward County for 2025

Compass Florida agent Josh Dotoli achieves the top production ranking in Broward County as demand for luxury homes in

March 9, 2026

Intelligent Memory Introduces High Performance UFS 3.1 Managed Flash for Industrial and Automotive Applications

Intelligent Memory Introduces High Performance UFS 3.1 Managed Flash for Industrial and Automotive Applications

New UFS portfolio combines high throughput, compact BGA form factor, and extended temperature support up to Automotive

March 9, 2026

APMG International partners with Blue Ocean Strategy Awards to launch Blue Ocean Strategy for Action certification

APMG International partners with Blue Ocean Strategy Awards to launch Blue Ocean Strategy for Action certification

As one of the world’s most respected strategy frameworks, Blue Ocean Strategy has inspired countless leaders and this

March 9, 2026

Robert P. Chappell Jr.’s The Time Traveling Scoreboard Lets Fans Relive Legendary Baseball Moments Like Never Before

Robert P. Chappell Jr.’s The Time Traveling Scoreboard Lets Fans Relive Legendary Baseball Moments Like Never Before

Join Ace Preston in The Time Traveling Scoreboard by Robert P. Chappell Jr., a time-travel adventure through baseball’s

March 9, 2026

Wainman, American cleantech pioneer: first-ever Grokipedia Elite Spotlight

Wainman, American cleantech pioneer: first-ever Grokipedia Elite Spotlight

Wainman — Peter Wainman, American CEO of Equator Pure Nature, owner of the award-winning Pipper Standard® brand—

March 9, 2026

MARCO FURIA SYDNEY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE CONFIRM RUNNING FEATURES ON PROPERTY RELATED MATTERS TO START IN APRIL

MARCO FURIA SYDNEY LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE CONFIRM RUNNING FEATURES ON PROPERTY RELATED MATTERS TO START IN APRIL

Marco Furia Media is a based lifestyle magazine confirm Interest in property matters has grown & are commencing

March 9, 2026

Paradise Estimating Sets the Tone for Cost-Efficient Construction Planning in 2026

Paradise Estimating Sets the Tone for Cost-Efficient Construction Planning in 2026

Paradise Estimating offers 30% New Year discount on construction estimating services across the USA for a limited time.

March 9, 2026

Sydney Based Marco Furia Media Commence Feature Series On Keeping Safe From Cyber Crimes and Scams

Sydney Based Marco Furia Media Commence Feature Series On Keeping Safe From Cyber Crimes and Scams

Marco Furia Media is a Lifestyle Magazine and confirmed they have commenced publishing a series of features on tips for

March 9, 2026

Turbuster Fitness Launches ‘Custom Fitness Works’ – An Atelier-Style Customization Solution for Next-Gen Gyms

Turbuster Fitness Launches ‘Custom Fitness Works’ – An Atelier-Style Customization Solution for Next-Gen Gyms

Turbuster Fitness announces a new atelier-style customization solution that allows fitness businesses to customize and

March 9, 2026

MEMPHIS Electronic Celebrates 35 Years in Business

MEMPHIS Electronic Celebrates 35 Years in Business

The exclusive focus on memory as the foundation of long-term success Success in semiconductor memory for 35 years is

March 9, 2026

AI Startup TUBR Selected for International Accelerator While Running Live Trials in Phoenix, Arizona

AI Startup TUBR Selected for International Accelerator While Running Live Trials in Phoenix, Arizona

Sheffield-based TUBR—now co-located in Arizona—selected for Andorra Open Valley while demand forecasting platform goes

March 9, 2026

LOBO Systems Enables Precision Work-at-Height Access on Advanced U.S. National Laboratory Upgrade

LOBO Systems Enables Precision Work-at-Height Access on Advanced U.S. National Laboratory Upgrade

DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — LOBO Systems has successfully deployed its

March 9, 2026

‘Unstoppable: Preparing for the Long Game’ Brings Leaders Together to Address the Growing Challenges in Youth Sports

‘Unstoppable: Preparing for the Long Game’ Brings Leaders Together to Address the Growing Challenges in Youth Sports

Parents, athletes and community leaders meet April 3rd in Arizona to address the rising costs, pressures, and health

March 9, 2026

America Mortgages Closes $25M Cross-Coast Bridge Loan for UAE Investor in 10 Days

America Mortgages Closes $25M Cross-Coast Bridge Loan for UAE Investor in 10 Days

America Mortgages funds $25M Manhattan and Beverly Hills bridge loans for a UAE UHNW investor, executing a complex

March 9, 2026

ChatRAG Introduces AI Customer Support Agent Trained on Company Documentation

ChatRAG Introduces AI Customer Support Agent Trained on Company Documentation

An AI-powered support agent that learns from company documentation and helps SaaS teams answer customer questions

March 9, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Right Titanium Fastener: Screws, Bolts, Nuts, and Washers for Industrial Application

The Ultimate Guide to Selecting the Right Titanium Fastener: Screws, Bolts, Nuts, and Washers for Industrial Application

BAOJI, XIAN, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Faced with a sea of titanium alloy fasteners, engineers and

March 9, 2026

New Tool Reveals Which Companies Promote Women Fairly and Which Do Not

New Tool Reveals Which Companies Promote Women Fairly and Which Do Not

Public Database Using Big Data Now Scores Most Employers on the Metric of How Fairly They Promote Women. ATLANTA, GA,

March 9, 2026

TECHOM Shop Strengthens Business Protection with Trusted Cyber Security Company Solutions

TECHOM Shop Strengthens Business Protection with Trusted Cyber Security Company Solutions

TECHOM Shop helps businesses improve digital protection by providing trusted solutions from a leading cyber security

March 9, 2026

Texas A&M Student Hadi Suheil Launches Professional Platform Focused on Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship

Texas A&M Student Hadi Suheil Launches Professional Platform Focused on Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship

Texas A&M accounting and finance student Hadi Suheil launches a professional website focused on financial literacy,

March 9, 2026

Studycat visits ISF Cambodia to commemorate 20-year anniversary

Studycat visits ISF Cambodia to commemorate 20-year anniversary

Studycat team firsthand look at language learning in action, connecting years of digital education to real classrooms

March 9, 2026

John Lee Taps CYPFER to Protect His AI-Driven Influence and Global Digital Platform

John Lee Taps CYPFER to Protect His AI-Driven Influence and Global Digital Platform

As AI in Entertainment Accelerates and Digital Influence Expands, John Lee Moves to Fortify His Brand and Intellectual

March 9, 2026

Top Android POS System Hardware Manufacturer at EuroShop: How ZCS is Redefining Checkout Experiences

Top Android POS System Hardware Manufacturer at EuroShop: How ZCS is Redefining Checkout Experiences

SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The retail landscape is currently undergoing a seismic

March 9, 2026

The Future of Transactions: An In-Depth Analysis of ZCS as the Top 10 Manufacturers of POS Terminal in the World

The Future of Transactions: An In-Depth Analysis of ZCS as the Top 10 Manufacturers of POS Terminal in the World

SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The global payment landscape is undergoing a profound

March 9, 2026

Global Expansion: ZCS Solidifies Its Status as a Global Leading Android POS Terminal Supplier at France TRUSTECH

Global Expansion: ZCS Solidifies Its Status as a Global Leading Android POS Terminal Supplier at France TRUSTECH

SHENZHEN, GUANGDONG, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Advancing Global Payment Standards at France TRUSTECH

March 9, 2026

Top Semi-Trailer Manufacturers Gain Ground as Global Freight Demand Continues to Rise

Top Semi-Trailer Manufacturers Gain Ground as Global Freight Demand Continues to Rise

QINGDAO CITY, SHANDONG PROVINCE, CHINA, March 9, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The global semi-trailer market has entered

March 9, 2026

Renaud Chiropractic Expands Team to Better Serve the Community

Renaud Chiropractic Expands Team to Better Serve the Community

Introducing a new team member to provide personalized chiropractic care and better serve the community. As we grow, we

March 9, 2026

Golden Bird Jewels Launches 2026 International Women’s Day Jewelry Collection with Lab-Grown Diamond and Moissanite

Golden Bird Jewels Launches 2026 International Women’s Day Jewelry Collection with Lab-Grown Diamond and Moissanite

Golden Bird Jewels Empowerment Collection celebrating International Women’s Day with lab grown diamond and moissanite

March 9, 2026