Frigate 015-Tran Hung Dao begins visit and exchange activities in Philippines

The frigate arrived at the port after a three-day voyage from Guangzhou city, Guangdong province, China, ensuring absolute safety.

Commander Albert Absalon, Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics under the Philippine Naval Defense Command, chaired the welcome ceremony at the port for the Vietnamese delegation. Senior Colonel Luong Van Manh, Vietnamese Defense Attaché to the Philippines, attended the event.

Commander Albert Absalon welcomed the Vietnamese delegation and expressed his hope that the visit and exchange activities would leave positive impressions on all members of the delegation.

On behalf of the Vietnam People's Navy delegation, Sr. Capt. Do Minh thanked the Philippine Navy for its respectful reception. He expressed confidence that the visit and exchange program would be a success, contributing to further strengthening mutual understanding and trust between the two militaries and navies.

During the stay in Manila, the Vietnam People's Navy delegation will participate in various activities with the Philippine Navy. They will pay courtesy calls, conduct ship visits, and participate in sports exchanges.

Frigate 015-Tran Hung Dao arrives at Manila port, the Philippines.

Philippine Navy officers and sailors welcome the Vietnamese frigate.

Senior Captain Do Minh receives a welcome bouquet from the Philippine Navy.

Sr. Capt. Do Minh and Commander Albert Absalon at the reception

Delegates from both sides pose for a group photo at Manila port.

A representative of officers and sailors of Frigate 015-Tran Hung Dao presents a gift to Commander Albert Absalon.

By The Tuan (from Manila, the Philippines)

Translated by Mai Huong