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With the participation of Libya: The Tunisian Ministry of Defense announces the launch of the multilateral military naval exercise.

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Tunisia, May 21, 2022 (LANA) The Tunisian Ministry of Defense announced the launch of the multilateral military naval exercise "Phoenix Express 2022" today, Saturday, in its 17th edition, with the participation of 13 countries, including Libya.

The ministry said in a statement on its website that these exercises, hosted by Tunisia for the second time, are attended by countries from North Africa, Europe and the United States of America, represented by naval and air units, marine vanguard teams, components and observers, as well as international organizations such as the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, and the European Agency for the Control of Fisheries.

The ministry explained that the aim of these exercises is to strengthen cooperation and coordination between the participating navies. To preserve the security and stability of the Mediterranean, train individuals and develop their capabilities, make good use of systems and equipment, develop their skills, and coordinate to confront illegal acts at sea, especially maritime terrorism and arms and drug smuggling.

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