PN ships join Indonesia's naval exercise Komodo

The Philippine Navy's offshore patrol vessel, BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PS-16), participated in Indonesia's 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise "Komodo" (MNEK) in Bali.

Philippine Fleet Commander Rear Admiral Joe Anthony Orbe led the country's naval delegation, which included Defense and Armed Forces Attaché Colonel Emerson M. Delos Santos and Naval Task Group 84 Commander Captain Malone Agudelo.

31 naval forces participated in the event, agreeing to reinforce multilateral cooperation and regional maritime security efforts.

The opening ceremony at the Port of Benoa highlighted the importance of maritime collaboration in maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

BRP Ramon Alcaraz also took part in the International Fleet Review (IFR), showcasing naval presence and capability.

The vessel proudly represented the Philippines in the naval formation, demonstrating the PN's commitment to regional security, interoperability, and strengthening naval diplomacy.