Vice Admiral Alan Javier Appointed New Philippine Navy Chief
Vice Admiral Alan Javier has been appointed as the new Flag-Officer-in-Command (FOIC) of the Philippine Navy. The Department of National Defense expressed confidence that Javier will bring the necessary operational urgency and strategic direction to lead the naval force.
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