CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – As the newest Philippine warship makes its way to the Philippines from Charleston, South Carolina, Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Cuisia Jr. told the officers and crew of the BRP Ramon Alcaraz that the Philippines will exert all efforts to ease the tension in the West Philippine Sea, but is also ready to defend it, if needed.

“To be able to make sure the BRP Alcaraz will be properly managed, I think you had a very extensive training, I’m sure the Filipino people are eagerly waiting,” Cuisia said.

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