AFRICOM, SECNAV, African Ambassadors to the U.S., Deep Dive on Shared Interests

The commander of U.S. Africa Command, U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley, Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro, and African Ambassadors to the U.S. met Sept. 24 in Washington, D.C., to discuss U.S.-Africa partnerships and their shared commitment to fostering security, stability, and prosperity.



By U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs United States Africa Command Stuttgart, Germany Sep 26, 2024
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The commander of U.S. Africa Command, U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley, Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro, and African Ambassadors to the U.S. met Sept. 24 in Washington, D.C., to discuss U.S.-Africa partnerships and their shared commitment to fostering security, stability, and prosperity.

This meeting, consisting of African maritime nations, provided insight on affirmed relations, current challenges as well as opportunities for advancements.

“While Africa is on the front lines of many of the world’s most urgent shared threats, maritime operations play a critical role in ensuring the security, stability, and access to its borders,” Langley mentioned. “Over the years, the United States has had a long history of positive defense relationships in Africa based on shared values. Discussions like this further enable AFRICOM’s commitment to build on that history to ensure the strengthening of our alliances and partnerships.”

During the meeting, the Ambassadors shared their concerns and emphasized the value for continuing these dialogues in hopes to foster broader relationships amongst all partners. 

While building enduring partnerships across the continent continues to evolve, especially with countries neighboring the waterways, both Del Toro and Langley had promising thoughts on the health of U.S.-Africa relationships.

“Let us remember that our shared aspirations are rooted in the desire for a continent where every maritime partner can thrive,” said Del Toro. “The U.S.-Africa partnership is not just about diplomacy; it's about unlocking the boundless potential of Africa's people. Together, we can build a future where security, stability, and prosperity are not just words, but the lived reality of every African maritime nation."

“We cannot neglect connecting and fostering relations with our African partners,” Langley said. “Being a preferred partner doesn’t happen overnight. Our willingness to engage Africans and ensure they remain at the center of our efforts guarantees that their voices are not only heard but serve as driving forces to our operational strategies.”

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