The Philippine Coast Guard on Thursday welcomed the arrival of its United States and Japanese counterparts in Manila as the first-ever trilateral maritime exercises officially began. READ MORE:
, commanding officer of Philippine ship Melchora Aquino, and Captain Brian Krautler , commanding officer of US coast guard ship Stratton, link arms during the arrival ceremony at the international port in Manila on June 1, 2023, ahead of the first-ever trilateral maritime exercises. AFP, Norman Cruz
PCG spokesperson Rear Admiral Armand Balilo said the maritime exercise would also deal with illegal fishing, smuggling, and a scenario against a suspected vessel involved in piracy. PCG said that it will deploy BRP Melchora Aquino, BRP Gabriela Silang, BRP Boracay, and one 44-meter multi-role response vessel for the drills.
“This first trilateral engagement [among] the coast guards of these nations will provide invaluable opportunities to strengthen global maritime governance through professional exchanges and combined operations. Together we’ll demonstrate professional, rules-based standards of maritime operations with our steadfast partners to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific,” he added.
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