Tag: Philippine Navy
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Philippines Seeks to Strengthen Naval Bonds with Pakistan
DEEPENING NAVAL RELATIONS. At the Naval Station Jose Andrada in Manila, Philippine Navy’s Rear Admiral Alan Javier (right) presents a token of appreciation to Commodore Ahsen Ali Khan (left) of the Pakistani Navy, on February 26, 2025. The Philippine Navy is keen on enhancing its naval defense collaboration with Pakistan. (Photo courtesy of Philippine Navy)…
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Philippine Navy Affirms Legal Compliance in West Philippine Sea Operations
In the face of China’s aggressive maneuvers in the West Philippine Sea, the Philippine Navy has vowed to adhere strictly to both domestic and international laws in all its operations. Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, the spokesperson for the Philippine Navy in the West Philippine Sea, emphasized this commitment following a recent incident involving a…
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Philippine Navy and National Museum Join Forces to Safeguard Maritime Legacy
In a significant move to protect the nation’s maritime heritage, the Philippine Navy (PN) and the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) have formalized their partnership through a memorandum of understanding (MOU). The agreement, signed on February 18, 2025, at the Naval Station Jose Andrada in Manila, marks a new chapter in the preservation of…
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Philippine Navy’s BRP Ramon Alcaraz Participates in International Fleet Review at Komodo Exercise
The Philippine Navy’s offshore patrol vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), joined the International Fleet Review (IFR) during the 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise ‘Komodo’ (MNEK) in Bali, Indonesia. The opening ceremony, held at the Port of Benoa on February 16, 2025, saw the participation of 31 navies, emphasizing the significance of maritime collaboration for peace and…
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Philippine Navy’s BRP Ramon Alcaraz Participates in ‘Komodo’ International Fleet Review
The Philippine Navy’s offshore patrol vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), joined the International Fleet Review (IFR) as part of Indonesia’s 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise ‘Komodo’ (MNEK). The opening ceremony took place at the Port of Benoa in Bali on February 16, 2025, with 31 navies in attendance. The IFR served as a platform to showcase…
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Philippine Navy’s BRP Ramon Alcaraz Participates in Komodo Naval Exercise
The Philippine Navy’s vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), joined the International Fleet Review during the 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise ‘Komodo’ in Bali, Indonesia. The event, which commenced on February 16, 2025, saw the participation of 31 navies, emphasizing the significance of maritime collaboration for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. The opening ceremony at…
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Tolentino Proposes New West Philippine Sea Command to Bolster Maritime Security
Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino has urged the creation of a specialized West Philippine Sea Command, aiming to fortify maritime security and national defense. During his speech at the Kapihan sa Senado forum, Tolentino announced his intention to send a formal letter to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., detailing the strategic and operational advantages of…
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Chinese Research Vessel Lan Hai 101 to Enter Northern Philippines by Tuesday Evening
MANILA – The Chinese Research Vessel (CRV) Lan Hai 101 is set to enter the northern part of the Philippines by late Tuesday afternoon or early evening, according to a high-ranking naval officer. Philippine Navy spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, reported that the vessel was observed moving northward, close…
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Philippine Navy Open to All Offers to Boost Warfighting Skills
The Philippine Navy has expressed its readiness to accept any assistance from allied nations to enhance its capabilities in warfare. This statement was made by PN spokesperson Capt. John Percie Alcos in response to an offer from the Royal Canadian Navy to train Filipino sailors in submarine operations. The offer came after a visit by…
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Philippine Navy and Coast Guard Monitor Chinese Research Vessel Near Palawan
In a recent development, the Philippine Navy (PN) and the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) have been closely monitoring the movements of the Chinese Research Vessel (CRV) Lan Hai 101, which was spotted navigating the eastern waters of Palawan on February 9, 2025. Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad, the PN spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea,…
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