Saharan Express 2013 continues with maritime security training

Saharan Express is an international maritime security cooperation exercise designed to improve maritime safety and security in West Africa.



By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Herman ATLANTIC OCEAN Mar 14, 2013
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