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BRP Jose Rizal

The BRP Jose Rizal is a flagship frigate of the Philippine Navy, known for its participation in various joint military exercises and defense drills with international allies. It has conducted significant operations such as test-firing missiles and challenging Chinese naval vessels in the West Philippine Sea. The ship plays a key role in enhancing the Philippines' maritime security and regional cooperation efforts.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Sat, September 13, 2025 at 8:10 PM

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Recent developments on BRP Jose Rizal

Fri, September 12, 2025 at 6:49 PM

PH, US, Japan conclude maritime drills; PH Navy challenges Chinese warship

The Philippines, United States, and Japan concluded their 11th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) from September 12 to 13, 2025, in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).

Tue, September 9, 2025 at 2:16 PM

Philippine Navy welcomes second Miguel Malvar-class frigate BRP Diego Silang

The Philippine Navy has welcomed its second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the future BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), which arrived in Philippine waters on September 8, 2025.

Wed, September 3, 2025 at 6:41 PM

PH, Australia, Canada, US hold maritime drills in South China Sea

The Philippines, Australia, Canada, and the United States conducted their 10th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) in the South China Sea, near Scarborough Shoal and off Zambales province, from September 2 to 3.

Tue, April 29, 2025 at 5:03 PM

BRP Jose Rizal frigate test-fires Mistral 3 missiles for the first time

The Philippine Navy's flagship frigate, BRP Jose Rizal (FF-150), successfully test-fired two MBDA Mistral 3 surface-to-air missiles for the first time.

Tue, March 11, 2025 at 10:10 AM

Philippine Fleet conducts drills in WPS

The Philippine Fleet conducted unilateral exercises in the West Philippine Sea to enhance warfighting and disaster response capabilities.

Fri, February 21, 2025 at 11:25 PM

AFP, French Navy hold joint drills in West Philippine Sea

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the French Navy conducted a joint Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) in the West Philippine Sea on Friday, February 21.

Wed, February 5, 2025 at 3:04 PM

PH, US, Japan, Australia complete maritime drills in WPS amid Chinese navy presence

The Philippines, United States, Japan, and Australia successfully completed their sixth Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MMCA) in the West Philippine Sea, despite the presence of Chinese navy vessels.

Mon, December 2, 2024 at 12:16 PM

Russian sub detected in PH EEZ

The Philippine Navy detected a Russian attack submarine, the "Ufa 490", operating within the country's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) without prior notice.

Mon, December 2, 2024 at 10:46 AM

Marcos Jr. says Russian submarine sighting concerning

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. described the sighting of a Russian Kilo-class submarine in the West Philippine Sea as "very concerning" and "worrisome."

Thu, August 1, 2024 at 9:25 AM

PH Navy, Japan JMSDF hold first joint drills in WPS

The Philippine Navy (PN) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) conducted their first joint maritime drills in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) on Friday.