USS chief visits Manila
Credit to Author: The Manila Times| Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2019 10:24:58 +0000
The United States Navy’s Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) arrives in the Philippines on Sunday for a port visit.
Lt. Cmdr. Fred Crayton, commanding officer of the USS Chief, said the visit aims to strengthen regional security and stability, and enhance interoperability.
“The crew of Chief is thrilled at the opportunity to visit Manila,” Crayton said in a statement. “Our camaraderie with the Philippines is one of our most enduring relationships in the Indo-Pacific region. The Filipino people are some of our closest friends, partners and allies in which we share a connection based on shared sacrifices for democracy, human rights and strong societal ties.”
Sailors designated in USS Chief will visit the city and interact with the Filipino community, as well as with the Philippine Navy.
USS Chief, which is among the Mine Countermeasures Squadron 7, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with its nation partners and serve as a “ready-response platform” for contingency operations.
Last week, the US 7th Fleet’s flagship USS Blue Ridge also paid a visit to Manila. DEMPSEY REYES
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