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IPD21 force conducted a goodwill exercise with the Philippines Navy and made a port call in Subic, Philippines

November 14, IPD21 unit JS KAGA and JS MURASAME conducted a goodwill exercise with Philippine Navy's frigate JOSE RIZAL in the South China Sea. Prior to the training, both ships also made a port call in Subic, Philippines from November 12 to 14.
Through this goodwill exercise, we enhanced our tactical skills and promoted mutual understanding and friendship with the Philippine Navy.
Despite COVID-19, the Self-Defense Fleet remains responsive and work together with friendly countries in order to realize a Free and Open Indo-Pacific, safeguards the peace and security of Japan, and contributes to support stability in the Indo-Pacific region.