PHILIPPINE NAVY COMMANDER'S FIRST VISIT

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PHILIPPINE NAVY COMMANDER'S FIRST VISIT
24 Feb 2009 | Diplomacy

PHILIPPINE NAVY COMMANDER'S FIRST VISIT

STORY // Ashok Palaniappan
PHOTO // Timothy Sim

The Flag Officer in Command, Philippine Navy, Vice-Admiral (VADM) Ferdinand S Golez, called on Minister for Defence Teo Chee Hean at the Ministry of Defence on 24 Feb.

VADM Golez, who is in Singapore for an introductory visit, also called on Chief of Navy Rear-Admiral Chew Men Leong, and visited Changi Naval Base.

His visit underscores the friendly defence ties between Singapore and the Philippines.

The navies of both countries interact regularly through courses and professional exchanges.
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