Partners, Allies Gather In Ghana for African Maritime Forces Summit, Naval Infantry Leaders Symposium-Africa

Governmental and military leaders from more than 40 countries on four continents kicked off the second annual African Maritime Forces Summit (AMFS) and third Naval Infantry Leaders Symposium-Africa (NILS-A) in Accra, Ghana, April 30, 2024.AMFS and NILS-A, combined this year for the first time, provide a unique venue for participants to address shared concerns and expand maritime cooperation and coordination.

These fora will strengthen strategic-level relationships to help facilitate better regional cooperation when dealing with maritime threats.“AMFS and NILS-A help all of us to better understand challenges maritime and naval forces face along African shores and out to sea,” said Adm.

Naval Forces Europe-Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF) and commander, Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples.

“I look forward to working with our Ghana Navy hosts and all participants this week to support African-led solutions to pressing issues that connect our maritime and naval forces.”Over the course of the next three days, African and international leaders will join a series of panels and focused discussions on maritime security challenges and opportunities.

Combining these two leadership forums in this fashion further demonstrates the importance the United States, partners and Allies place on combining efforts in the maritime domain, across branches, country borders, and continents."This historic conference will bring together the leaders of Allied and partner nation Maritime Forces and militaries from over 40 countries to discuss facets of interoperability, crisis response, and naval capabilities." Said U.S.

Naval Forces Europe-Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF) has forged strategic relationships with allies and partners, leveraging a foundation of shared values to preserve security and stability.Headquartered in Naples, Italy, NAVEUR-NAVAF operates U.S.

Sixth Fleet is permanently assigned to NAVEUR-NAVAF, and employs maritime forces through the full spectrum of joint and naval operations.For more information on AMFS/NILS-A, please visit .https://www.c6f.navy.mil/, https://www.marforeur.marines.