The Philippines and United States conducted a bilateral sail in Philippine waters located west of #Palawan on Monday, September 04, 2023.
Philippine Navy’s guided-missile frigate BRP Jose Rizal (FF150) and the U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided missile-destroyer USS Ralph Johnson – DDG 114, carried out DIVTACS rehearsal, under the Mutual Defense Board – Security Engagement Board framework that aims to develop operational interoperability between the navies of the two countries.

The said event aims to provide an opportunity for the Philippine Navy and the US Indo-Pacific Navy to test and refine existing maritime doctrine and demonstrate their defense capabilities in line with the shared commitment of upholding peace and security in the Indo-Pacific Region.


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