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SUBIC, Zambales – The Philippine Navy, through the Philippine Fleet (PF), continues to strengthen navy-to-navy relations with the Royal Australian Navy during the ongoing port visit of HMAS Toowoomba from 13 to 16 February 2026 at Naval Operating Base Subic, Zambales.

Upon arrival at Rivera Wharf, Subic Port, HMAS Toowoomba was accorded arrival honors and formally received by a Philippine Navy delegation led by Commander Marlon A Paca-Anas PN, Director of the Fleet Special Services Office.

The visiting delegation, led by HMAS Toowoomba Commanding Officer Commander Alicia Harrison, paid a courtesy call to Philippine Fleet Commander, Rear Admiral Joe Anthony C Orbe PN. Discussions during the engagement focused on expanding maritime cooperation, enhancing interoperability, and identifying opportunities for future joint activities between the two navies.

📸 PF Commander, Rear Admiral Joe Anthony C Orbe PN, presented a memento to Commander Alicia Harrison, Commanding Officer of HMAS Toowoomba, during the courtesy call at the PF Headquarters, Naval Operating Base Subic, Zambales on February 13,  2026.

The port visit features Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEEs) conducted aboard HMAS Toowoomba. Fleet personnel are participating in specialized workshops on Replenishment at Sea (RAS) and seaworthiness—key operational areas that contribute to sustained maritime operations and readiness.

The engagement also sets the stage for the upcoming Exercise KAKADU, further strengthening multilateral maritime cooperation and professional ties among participating navies. Through these initiatives, both forces continue to enhance collective capabilities in support of regional maritime security and stability.

The visit underscores the shared commitment of the Philippine Navy and the Royal Australian Navy to deepening maritime collaboration, improving operational interoperability, and advancing mutual efforts toward a secure and stable maritime domain.

TOP 📸:The Philippine Navy rendered arrival honors to His Majesty’s Australian Ship (HMAS) Toowoomba as it arrived at Rivera Wharf, Subic Port for a port visit.