U.S., Malagasy leaders discuss maritime security, humanitarian aid

Brig. Gen. Peter Bailey, deputy director for Strategy, Engagement, and Programs, U.S. Africa Command, met with Madagascar's Minister of Defense, Lt. Gen. Richard Rakotonirina, on Nov. 10, 2022, to discuss shared Malagasy and U.S. concerns.



By U.S. Embassy in Madagascar U.S. Embassy in Madagascar ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar Nov 10, 2022
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