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Readout of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/5th Fleet/Combined Maritime Forces Commander Vice Adm. Samuel Paparo spoke with Iraq Head of Navy Vice Admiral Ahmed Jasim Moarij

By By U.S. 5th Fleet Public Affairs | October 14, 2020

U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/5th Fleet/Combined Maritime Forces Commander Vice Adm. Samuel Paparo spoke with Iraq Head of Navy Vice Admiral Ahmed Jasim Moarij, Oct. 14.

The leaders discussed the mutual commitment to strengthen interoperability between the two navies, especially in our shared mission of maritime security and safety in the North Arabian Gulf.