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AMISOM strength bolstered with AFRICOM vehicle delivery to UPDF

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September 26, 2017 The African Union Mission in Somalia’s capabilities to provide security in Somalia were recently strengthened when U.S. military members of U.S. Africa Command and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa delivered nearly 20 vehicles and two storage containers to the Uganda People’s Defence Force here, Sept. 25.

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International partners participate in a D-Day anniversary airborne operation

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June 9, 2017 U.S., French and Italian service members participate in static-line and free fall jumps on June 6, 2017, commemorating World War II's Allied invasion of Normandy, termed "D-Day", near Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The bilateral jump is in honor of the 73rd anniversary of D-Day, and also celebrates the continued partnership of allied forces. French Forces Djibouti provided a Transall C-160 tactical transport aircraft using French parachutes and French jumpmasters, and all who jumped earned French jump wings. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Joe Harwood)

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CJTF-HOA Seabees build structures, bonds to help counter regional VEOs

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May 24, 2017 U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Lacy P’Pool, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion ONE Seabee of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, plays a hand-clapping game with a student while on break near the Seabees job site in the Arta Region, Djibouti, May 18, 2017. The nearly 10-person team is working to build both a medical clinic and bond with the regional people. (Photo by U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Andria Allmond)

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Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa begins leadership transition

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April 23, 2017 U.S. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, DoD civilians, and contractors representing more than 2,000 members assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa assemble on the flight line at Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, April 14, 2017. CJTF-HOA Commanding General Maj. Gen. Kurt Sonntag and Command Senior Enlisted Leader Command Master Chief Geoffrey Steffee, will conclude their tour after a change of command ceremony on April 28. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)

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State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security

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January 27, 2017 U.S. Embassy representatives from eight East African nations joined military leaders from U.S. Africa Command and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa at Camp Lemonnier Jan. 24, for the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference.

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State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security

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January 27, 2017 U.S. Defense Attachés and country team personnel from eight East Africa nations joined military leaders from U.S. Africa Command and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti Jan. 24, for the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference. The two-day event was hosted by CJTF-HOA under the leadership of AFRICOM Commander Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, and provided the opportunity for an open dialogue to discuss the security environments of each country. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)

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State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security

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January 27, 2017 Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard, U.S. Ambassador to the African Union, addresses attendees of the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event was hosted by Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa under the leadership of Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, and provided an opportunity to openly discuss the security environment throughout the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)

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State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security

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January 27, 2017 Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Commanding General Maj. Gen. Kurt Sonntag converse during the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event allowed U.S. Embassy representatives from eight East African nations to engage with AFRICOM leadership, and provided the opportunity for an open dialogue to discuss the security environments of each country. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)

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State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security

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January 27, 2017 Peter H. Vrooman, Chargé d'affaires for the U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia addresses attendees of the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event was hosted by Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa under the leadership of Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, and provided an opportunity to openly discuss the security environment throughout the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)

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State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security

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January 27, 2017 Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, addresses attendees of the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event allowed U.S. Embassy representatives from eight East African nations to engage with AFRICOM leadership, and provided the opportunity for an open dialogue to discuss the security environments of each country. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)

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State, Defense department officials focus on East Africa security

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January 27, 2017 Guest speaker Dr. Paul Williams, author of “War and Conflict in Africa,” provides attendees of the 2017 East Africa Security Synchronization Conference with an overview of contemporary armed conflict in East Africa, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 24. The two-day event was hosted by Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa under the leadership of Gen. Thomas Waldhauser, commander of U.S. Africa Command, and provided an opportunity to openly discuss the security environment throughout the Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Paul Gorman)

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ACSS stimulates discussion, provides insights into East Africa for staff

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March 5, 2016 Dr. Raymond Gilpin, Africa Center for Strategic Studies academic dean, discusses African contemporary security trends Mar. 1, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The Africa Center for Strategic Studies is a Department of Defense organization dedicated to supporting U.S. foreign and security policies. Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa hosted the ACSS to discuss current issues and to learn more about the countries in East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)

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ACSS stimulates discussion, provides insights into East Africa for staff

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March 5, 2016 Burundi National Defence Force Maj. Prosper Hakazimana, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa foreign liaison officer, asks a question during a seminar Mar. 2, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa hosted the Africa Center for Strategic Studies to provide academic information and discussions. The seminar included topics related to regional security and current issues impacting East African countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)

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ACSS stimulates discussion, provides insights into East Africa for staff

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March 5, 2016 Dr. Paul D. Williams, Africa Center for Strategic Studies guest speaker, discusses Africa’s peace and security architecture Mar. 2, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The Africa Center for Strategic Studies is a Department of Defense organization dedicated to supporting U.S. foreign and security policies. Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa hosted the ACSS to discuss current issues and to learn more about the countries in East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)

ACSS stimulates discussion, provides insights into East Africa for staff

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March 5, 2016 Dr. Yolanda Bouka, Africa Center for Strategic Studies guest speaker, discusses Burundi current events Mar. 3, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. More than 70 members of the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa staff attended a workshop led by six representatives from the U.S., Europe and Africa. The speakers were selected by the ACSS to discuss topics including violent extremism, peace and security architecture, and security challenges in specific countries for which they are subject matter experts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)

ACSS stimulates discussion, provides insights into East Africa for staff

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March 5, 2016 Dr. Raymond Gilpin, Africa Center for Strategic Studies academic dean, discusses African contemporary security trends Mar. 1, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. More than 70 members of the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa staff attended seminars, which were led by six representatives from the U.S., Europe and Africa. The speakers were selected by the ACSS to discuss topics including violent extremism, peace and security architecture, and security challenges in specific countries for which they are subject matter experts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Thompson)

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Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 A U.S. Army Soldier from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, directs a forklift Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. After being recalled in the early hours of the morning to validate the East Africa Response Force’s rapid response ability, EARF members gathered and immediately began by prepping personal gear and equipment. Shortly after, teams began building pallets with all the necessities for self-sustainment and mission accomplishment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 Soldiers from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, load pallets with water and meals ready-to-eat Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Members of Bravo Company participated in a two-part validation exercise that consisted of a rapid mobilization scenario from the camp, which lead to the company convoying to and providing security for the U.S. Embassy in Djibouti. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 Soldiers from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, secure equipment to a pallet Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Members of the U.S. Army’s Bravo Company 3-15, from Fort Stewart, Georgia, completed a validation exercise displaying their ability to assume responsibility from Alpha Company 3-15, as the East Africa Response Force assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 Soldiers from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, listen for the order to pull while securing equipment to a pallet Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The East Africa Response Force serves as a part of U.S. Africa Command’s crisis response capability, and is tasked with responding to emergency situations at U.S. Embassies in the East African region or in countries around the CJTF-HOA area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 Soldiers from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, load pallets with water and meals ready-to-eat Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. After being recalled in the early hours of the morning to validate the East Africa Response Force’s rapid response ability, EARF members gathered and immediately began by prepping personal gear and equipment. Shortly after, teams began building pallets with all the necessities for self-sustainment and mission accomplishment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

AFRICOM Djibouti Camp Lemonnier East Africa CJTF-HOA Africa Army infantry Air Force East Africa Response Force EARF C-130J Super Hercules

Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 A U.S. Army Soldier from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, verifies his laser is properly functioning Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The East Africa Response Force serves as a part of U.S. Africa Command’s crisis response capability, and is tasked with responding to emergency situations at U.S. Embassies in the East African region or in countries around the CJTF-HOA area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 Soldiers from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, verify equipment information Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Members of Bravo Company participated in a two-part validation exercise that consisted of a rapid mobilization scenario from the camp, which lead to the company convoying to and providing simulated security for the U.S. Embassy in Djibouti. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 Soldiers from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, walk to a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 75th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Pallets built with mission essential equipment and dozens of infantrymen were loaded onto the aircraft, deployed from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, as part of the exercise. Within minutes of being fully loaded, the aircraft was preparing for takeoff. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Incoming EARF completes validation, demonstrates crisis response capability

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February 17, 2016 Soldiers from Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, board a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 75th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron Feb. 13, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Members of the U.S. Army’s Bravo Company 3-15, from Fort Stewart, Georgia, completed a validation exercise displaying their ability to assume responsibility from Alpha Company 3-15, as the East Africa Response Force assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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U.S., Rwanda forces complete first of four phases to enhance Rwanda peacekeeping operations

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February 8, 2016 Representatives from the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Army civil affairs battalion and information operations office sign a guest book at the Rwanda Peace Academy Feb. 4, 2016, in Musanze, Rwanda. Rwanda is one of the largest contributors of forces to peacekeeping operations in East Africa. The Ministry of Defence's impact continues to expand as the Rwanda Peace Academy takes on a larger role as an international training, research and education center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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U.S., Rwanda forces complete first of four phases to enhance Rwanda peacekeeping operations

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February 6, 2016 U.S. Army Capt. Morgan Shepard, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Public Information officer, listens as Rwanda Defense Force Army Capt. Edouard Turatsinze, Ministry of Defense Public Relations and Communications officer, discusses a topic Feb. 2, 2016, at RDF headquarters, Kigali, Rwanda. The interaction between CJTF-HOA and RDF personnel was the first of four phases in plan to increase interoperability between CJTF-HOA, RDF and Rwanda Peace Academy, supporting regional training efforts for peacekeeping operations and enabling the impact of those partners to grow. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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U.S., Rwanda forces complete first of four phases to enhance Rwanda peacekeeping operations

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February 6, 2016 U.S. Army Capt. Morgan Shepard, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Public Information officer, listens as Rwanda Defense Force Army Capt. Edouard Turatsinze, Ministry of Defense Public Relations and Communications officer, discusses a topic Feb. 2, 2016, at RDF headquarters, Kigali, Rwanda. CIMIC officers have many of the same roles and responsibilities as U.S. Army civil affairs personnel. Army civil affairs specialists are responsible for researching, coordinating, conducting and participating in the planning and production of civil affairs related documents, while enabling the civil-military operations of the supported commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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U.S., Rwanda forces complete first of four phases to enhance Rwanda peacekeeping operations

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February 6, 2016 U.S. Army Sgt. Nathaniel Mitcavish, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Civil Affairs specialist, discusses essential tasks for Civil-Military Cooperation officers Feb. 3, 2016, at Rwanda Defense Force headquarters, Kigali, Rwanda. The interaction between CJTF-HOA and RDF personnel was the first of four phases in a plan to increase interoperability between CJTF-HOA, RDF and Rwanda Peace Academy, supporting regional training efforts for peacekeeping operations and enabling the impact of those partners to grow. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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U.S., Rwanda forces complete first of four phases to enhance Rwanda peacekeeping operations

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February 6, 2016 U.S. Army Sgt. Nathaniel Mitcavish, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Civil Affairs specialist, discusses essential tasks for Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) officers Feb. 3, 2016, at Rwanda Defense Force headquarters, Kigali, Rwanda. During the engagement, U.S. Army civil affairs and Rwanda Defense Force CIMIC personnel discussed similarities and differences between the organizations. The RDF plans to use the knowledge gained during the event to address training and organizational needs for their forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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U.S., Rwanda forces complete first of four phases to enhance Rwanda peacekeeping operations

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February 6, 2016 U.S. Army Capt. Morgan Shepard, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Public Information officer, discusses civil military operations and the roles of Public Affairs and Public Information Officers Feb. 2, 2016, at RDF headquarters, Kigali, Rwanda. During the engagement, U.S. Army civil affairs and Rwanda Defense Force Civil Military Co-operation (CIMIC) discussed similarities and differences between the organizations. The RDF will use the knowledge gained during the event to address training and organizational needs for their forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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U.S., Rwanda forces complete first of four phases to enhance Rwanda peacekeeping operations

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February 6, 2016 Rwanda Defense Force Army Capt. Edouard Turatsinze, Ministry of Defense Public Relations and Communications officer, reads from a list of essential tasks for Civil-Military Cooperation officers Feb. 3, 2016, at Rwanda Defense Force headquarters, Kigali, Rwanda. During conversations and breakout sessions the civil affairs and RDF explored the use of essential tasks and supporting tasks as means of identifying needed skills for proficient CIMIC personnel prior to peacekeeping and regional security organization deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Security conference aligns military, political priorities for East Africa

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January 24, 2016 U.S. military and Department of State representatives assembled at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, for the annual East Africa Security Synchronization Conference to synchronize and prioritize activities in East Africa.

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Security conference aligns military, political priorities for East Africa

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January 24, 2016 Victor John, Africa Contingency Operations Training and Assistance program operations manager, speaks to audience members during the East Africa Security Synchronization Conference Jan. 20, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. More than 70 U.S. embassy representatives from each East African country and organizations including the African Union, U.S. Africa Command, and AFRICOM components attended the event to kick start the process of synchronizing and prioritizing all activities in East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Security conference aligns military, political priorities for East Africa

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January 24, 2016 Command Sgt. Maj. Butler Kendrick Jr., Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa senior enlisted leader, discusses a topic with members of the East Africa Security Synchronization Conference Jan. 20, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The EASSC is the only conference between U.S. Department of State and U.S. military representatives dedicated to aligning military and political priorities for East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Security conference aligns military, political priorities for East Africa

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January 24, 2016 Amb. Tom Kelly, U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Djibouti, speaks to attendees of the East Africa Security Synchronization Conference Jan. 20, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The conference provided an opportunity for attendees to better understand the benefits of a regional approach to African security instead of strictly country-focused planning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Security conference aligns military, political priorities for East Africa

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January 24, 2016 Military members in a working group discuss Africa Contingency Operations Training and Assistance during the East Africa Security Synchronization Conference Jan. 21, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. More than 70 U.S. embassy representatives from each East African country and organizations including the African Union, U.S. Africa Command, and AFRICOM components attended the event to kick start the process of synchronizing and prioritizing all activities in East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Security conference aligns military, political priorities for East Africa

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January 24, 2016 Amb. Susan Page, Chargé d'Affaires to the African Union, speaks to participants of the East Africa Security Synchronization Conference Jan. 21, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The conference consisted of discussion panels and briefings that addressed a spectrum of topics including upcoming political elections, regional threat analysis and training assistance activities to secure the best outcome for the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Security conference aligns military, political priorities for East Africa

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January 24, 2016 Members of the East Africa Security Synchronization Conference discuss Africa Contingency Operations Training and Assistance Jan. 21, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The conference consisted of discussion panels and briefings that addressed a spectrum of topics including upcoming political elections, regional threat analysis and training assistance activities to secure the best outcome for the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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Security conference aligns military, political priorities for East Africa

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January 24, 2016 U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Mark Stammer, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa commanding general, speaks to attendees at the conclusion of the East Africa Security Synchronization Conference Jan. 22, 2016, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The conference provided an opportunity for attendees to better understand the benefits of a regional approach to African security instead of strictly country-focused planning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)

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