AFP Strengthens Maritime Defense and Sovereignty with Launch of BRP Rajah Sulayman Ahead of Independence Day

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City -- As the nation marks its 127th Independence Day, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reinforced its dedication to national sovereignty and defense modernization with the official launch of the BRP Rajah Sulayman (PS20)—the first of its class of Offshore Patrol Vessels—on June 11, 2025, in Ulsan, South Korea.

AFP’s Leadership Ranks Reinforced with 119 Confirmed Promotions

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) fortified its senior leadership ranks as the Commission on Appointments confirmed the ad interim promotions of 119 generals, flag officers, and senior military officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on June 11 in Pasay City, reinforcing strategic leadership and operational continuity across all branches of service.

AFP Bolsters Command Structure with Confirmation of 84 Senior Officers

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City -- Reinforcing leadership continuity and institutional confidence, the Commission on Appointments confirmed the ad interim appointments of 84 senior officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on June 10 in Pasay City.

Seas of Partnership: Philippines, Cambodia Boost Naval Cooperation

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City -- The Philippines and Cambodia charted a new course in maritime defense cooperation as the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Vice Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Jimmy D Larida welcomed Vice Admiral Tea Sokha, Commander of the Royal Cambodian Navy, in a courtesy visit on June 9 here.

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