190706-N-UN744-0008 DAKAR, Senegal (July 6, 2019) Sailors and international partners from Spain watch as the Spearhead-class expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Carson City (T-EPF 7) arrives in Dakar, Senegal for the first port visit of its Africa Partnership Station Gulf of Guinea deployment. Carson City is deployed to the Gulf of Guinea to demonstrate progress through partnership and U.S. commitment to West African through small boat maintenance assistance, maritime law enforcement engagement, and medical and community relations outreach. APS is NAVAF's flagship maritime security cooperation program focusing on maritime safety and security through increased maritime awareness, response capabilities, and infrastructure. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Travis Simmons/Released)