Navy sends contingent to 'Rim of the Pacific' exercise in Hawaii

SUBIC, Zambales — The Philippine Navy on Thursday held an official send-off for its contingent to the world’s largest international maritime exercise, with the newly commissioned BRP Miguel Malvar (FFG-06) departing from Naval Operating Base here for Hawaii. Leading the send-off ceremony was Philippine Navy Flag Officer in Command Vice Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta. Navy personnel, support staff, and guests were also in attendance. The deployment marks the Navy’s return to the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise after its last ship participation in 2022, underscoring Manila’s efforts to strengthen maritime cooperation and interoperability with allied and partner navies in the […]...

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