Australia, Phl navies resume joint patrol in Sulu

Two Armidale Class Patrol Boats of the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) will resume joint security patrol with the Philippine Navy in Sulu Sea.

The vessels docked at the Captain Veloso Pier of Naval Forces Central in Lapu-Lapu, Cebu on Wednesday in preparation for the joint patrol set on Nov. 26.

Ensign Maria Amanda Precious Zamuco, Naval Forces Central public affairs officer, said the joint patrol of the Philippine Navy and RAN, with the participation

of Her Majesty Australian Larrakia and Maitland, started in Zamboanga City on Nov. 10 A ship tour was held yesterday.

The joint maritime patrol is expected to promote camaraderie between the two navies.

“This will be an opportunity to strengthen the bonds and learn about the best practices and culture between the two navies. This is part of enhanced defense cooperation between the two countries,” Zamuco said.