Maritime forces from Europe, North Africa, and the United States began the 16th iteration of the multinational maritime exercise Phoenix Express 2021 (PE21) with an opening ceremony held at the National Center for Cartography and Remote Sensing Amphitheater in El Aouina, Tunisia, May 18, 2021. Naval Forces Europe-Africa. We are all united in our pursuit of a common good, maritime security." Exercise Phoenix Express is one of three regional maritime exercises executed by NAVAF as part of a comprehensive strategy to provide collaborative opportunities amongst African forces and international partners that addresses maritime security concerns. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 19, 2021 13:30 UTC