PRAIA, Cape Verde- A small boat crew from Coast Guard Cutter Forward enforces a security zone around the ship, Aug. 10, 2011, to keep local mariners at a safe distance during 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)