170331-N-XT273-100 ABIDJAN, Cote d'Ivoire (March 31, 2017) Vice Adm. Michael Franken, deputy commander for military operations, U.S. Africa Command, speaks during Exercise Obangame Express 2017 closing ceremonies at Camp Gallieni. Obangame Express 2017 is sponsored by U.S. Africa Command and designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness, information-sharing practices, and tactical interdiction expertise to enhance the collective capabilities of Gulf of Guinea and West African nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Justin Stumberg/Released)