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Africom Commander Outlines Diverse Challenges Ahead
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, March 7, 2013 – Somalia and Mali represent different stages of the challenges for U.S. Africa Command, Army Gen. Carter F. Ham told the Senate Armed Services Committee today.
Ham, who will step down as Africom commander next month, said the five-year-old command has increased operational capabilities and capacities and has worked to build and focus security cooperation on the continent.
“Our approach seeks to address the near-term threats to our national security while simultaneously building partnerships and fostering regional cooperation which contribute to achieving longer-term U.S. objectives in Africa,” he said.
Africa has been a mixed bag in recent years, with positive steps in Somalia and security challenges in Mali.
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