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NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Manila – The Philippine Navy, headed by the Flag Officer In Command, Vice Admiral Jose Ma Ambrosio Q Ezpeleta, officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Museum of the Philippines (NMP) in a ceremony conducted on February 18, 2025 at the Navy Headquarters, Manila.
The partnership between the PN and the NMP is designed to promote joint efforts in advancing maritime archaeology and marine sciences through collaborative research and training initiatives.
“We know that we can do our part to help strengthen our Philippine Navy and really promote the importance of our Navy and its heritage to our people, our friends, partners, and allies around the world,” said Mr. Jeremy Barnes, Director-General of the National Museum of the Philippines as he expressed his enthusiasm for the PN-NMP partnership.
The MoU Signing also opens up opportunities for the PN to enhance its expertise in preserving historical naval sites and artifacts, as well as maritime and underwater archaeological locations.
“I extend my deepest gratitude to the National Museum of the Philippines for the shared commitment to advancing our nation’s maritime interests and aspirations,” Vice Admiral Ezpeleta expressed.
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NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Manila — The Philippine Navy conducted a Donning of Ranks Ceremony to Commander Teodoro Jose S Matta PN(MNSA)(Res) as a newly commissioned reserve officer, presided over by Vice Admiral Jose Ma Ambrosio Q Ezpeleta PN, Flag Officer In Command, Philippine Navy on February 17, 2025 at the Navy Headquarters in Manila.
Commander Matta PN(MNSA)(Res) is a distinguished leader who serves as the Executive Director of the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development (PCSD), where he plays a crucial role in balancing environmental stewardship with responsible governance, aligning with national security and economic objectives. With legal expertise and extensive experience in law and government service since 1999, he has been instrumental in promoting sustainable development and protecting the country’s vast marine resources.
“As the PN continues to pursue transformation into becoming a modern and multi-capable force, we are confident that he will lead by example and reflect a beacon of hope by inspiring others to commit to serving our nation with the same passion and honor that he has consistently demonstrated throughout his career. We look forward to working with Cdr. Matta to bring to fruition our unified purpose and shared aspirations—a peaceful and prosperous maritime and archipelagic nation for us and future generations,” said Vice Admiral Ezpeleta.
The Donning of Ranks Ceremony signifies the Philippine Navy’s commitment to strengthening its leadership and expanding its reserve force. It emphasizes the importance of military-civilian collaboration in achieving national security objectives.
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NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Manila – The members of the Philippine Navy Board of Senior Officers (BOSO) and Selection Board took their oaths in a ceremony presided over by the Secretary of National Defense, Hon. Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. on February 17, 2025 at Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.
The PN BOSO, composed of 10 members, and PN Selection Board “Alpha” and “Bravo” with 12 and 9 members, are responsible for ensuring that PN Officers meet the highest standards of leadership and competence and for maintaining the integrity and meritocracy within the organization.
The oath-taking ceremony reflects the PN’s commitment to upholding professionalism among its officers and underscores the importance of leadership grounded in excellence.
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