NAVAF Commander Visits South Africa

Adm. Bruce W. Clingan, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa is set to visit with the South African Navy, 30 Oct.-1 Nov. He is meeting with the Chief of the South African Navy in Pretoria, Vice Adm. Johannes Refiloe Mudimu and with the Flag

Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs PRETORIA, South Africa Oct 30, 2013

Adm. Bruce W. Clingan, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa is set to visit with the South African Navy, 30 Oct.-1 Nov.

He is meeting with the Chief of the South African Navy in Pretoria, Vice Adm. Johannes Refiloe Mudimu and with the Flag Officer Fleet of the South African Navy, Rear Adm. Philip Schoultz, in Cape Town, to discuss maritime security issues in the region.

During the three-day visit, Clingan will tour one of South Africa's frigates and submarines.

Clingan said he was looking forward to the professional exchange.

"It's a great honor to be here in South Africa and I look forward to engaging with such an exceptional navy," Clingan said.

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NAVAF Commander Visits South Africa

Adm. Bruce W. Clingan, commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa is set to visit with the South African Navy, 30 Oct.-1 Nov. He is meeting with the Chief of the South African Navy in Pretoria, Vice Adm. Johannes Refiloe Mudimu and with the Flag