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RBNF to host joint GCC naval drill

Manama : Warships of GCC countries' naval forces arrived at the Salman Naval Base today to take part in the joint GCC marine drill. "Union 18", with the participation of the Royal Bahrain Naval Force (RBNF).

The exercise, which will run until March 16, 2016, is within the framework of joint regular GCC drills aiming to raise the combat competence and promote the cooperation spirit in the command of marine operations to face challenges posing a threat to GCC countries.