Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Canadian Navy ship visits Manila to bolster military ties


A Canadian navy ship on Tuesday docked off a port at the Philippine capital for a goodwill visit intended to bolster military ties between Ottawa and Manila. 

The HMCS (Her Majesty's Canadian Ship) Regina (FFH 334), a Halifax-class frigate of the Canadian Forces, arrived Tuesday morning at Pier 13 of Manila South Harbor. Led by Commander Jason Boyd, the vessel, its 42 officers, and 219 enlisted personnel will stay in the country until February 16.

Rear Admiral William Truelove, the commander for Maritime Forces Pacific/Joint Task Force Pacific, will also arrive in the country on February 14.

Officers and crew of the HMCS Regina will pay a visit to Navy Flag Officer in Command Vice Admiral Jose Luis Alano. A ship tour for Navy personnel as well as goodwill games will also be held. 

The visit aims to boost interoperability of the two countries, said Lieutenant Commander Gregory Fabic, acting director of public affairs of the Philippine Navy.-Interaksyon (February 13, 2013 5:25PM)

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