Chinese Navy – Russia has finished work on the second Sovremenny class frigate it is building for China, and sea trials have begun. Delivery is expected by the end of the year. The ship is armed with the SS-N-22 anti ship cruise missile.

• Washington Times: Russia readies warship for China

Nigerian Navy – Nigerian Navy Sailors are being encouraged to become more proficient in small arms handling, to better help them maintain internal security and defend their fragile democracy in concert with the Nigerian Army.

• Africa News Online: Navy Pledges to Defend Democracy