THE Philippine Navy welcomed Rear Admiral Naoya Hoshi, Director General of the Logistics Department, Maritime Staff Office, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), as he paid a courtesy call to Vice Admiral Jose Ma Ambrosio Q Ezpeleta PN, Flag Officer in Command, Philippine Navy on February 18, 2025 at the Navy Headquarters in Manila.
The purpose of the visit is to improve interoperability between the Philippine Navy and the JMSDF, build relationships with the PN logistics, and deepen the study of the temporary repair capabilities of JMSDF ships by surveying private shipyards and other facilities in the country.
Vice Admiral Ezpeleta highlighted the strengthened relationship between the PN and the JMSDF, with Rear Admiral Hoshi’s visit reaffirming both navies’ commitment to enhancing maritime security and operational readiness while working toward common goals of peace and stability in the region.
Editor’s Note: This article has been sourced from the Philippine Navy Facebook Page.
