BANJUL, Gambia (Aug. 1, 2011) Cmdr. Mike Stewart (LEFT), captain of Coast Guard Cutter Forward, meets members of the Gambian navy during a visit to the base as a part of Africa Partnership Station (APS). APS aims to strengthen global maritime partnerships through training and other collaborative activities in order to improve maritime safety and security in Africa. (U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Etta Smith/RELEASED)