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West PH Sea: PH warships hold drills near Bajo de Masinloc
The Philippine Navy conducted a naval exercise and sovereignty patrol in the West Philippine Sea on Friday, January 17, 2025, showcasing its improved firepower and readiness to protect national maritime interests.
The exercise, held near Bajo de Masinloc in Zambales, aimed to maintain and enhance the operational proficiency of naval assets and personnel, especially in an area where a Chinese vessel is stationed.
Rear Adm. Joe Anthony Orbe emphasized that such routine exercises are vital for achieving and sustaining the necessary readiness and interoperability required by the Navy to secure the seas and uphold territorial integrity.
The multi-mission capable frigate BRP Antonio Luna (FF151) led the exercise, supported by other capital ships like the Del Pilar-class patrol vessels BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS16) and BRP Andres Bonifacio (PS17) that are currently deployed in the WPS.
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