The Philippine Navy (PN) (Tagalog: Hukbong Dagat ng Pilipinas, lit. 'Army of [the] Sea of [the] Philippines') is the naval warfare service branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. It has an estimated strength of 24,500 active service personnel, including the 10,300-strong Philippine Marine Corps. [2]

The Philippine Navy received the lead class, formerly the USS Cyclone, and was transferred at a time when the US Special Operations Command rejected the class for being too big for commando missions, while the Navy Fleet found them too small for patrol and combat missions.

The Philippine Navy, founded on May 20, 1898, serves as the naval warfare branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. It is responsible for naval warfare operations, maritime patrol missions, and safeguarding the country's maritime interests.

Feb 6, 2024 · Former President Rodrigo Duterte had planned to acquire at least two submarines. The Philippine Navy had estimated the project to cost about 70 billion pesos (U.S. $1.2 billion), including logistics support and development of ports to house the submarines.

Nov 24, 2024 · Manila is currently expanding its naval bases to service its newly acquired naval vessels arriving within the next three years as part of efforts to bolster the country's defense capabilities amid growing tensions in the South China Sea .

The Philippine Navy (PN) (Filipino: Hukbong Dagat ng Pilipinas) is the naval warfare service branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. It has an estimated strength of 25,000 active service personnel, including the 12,500-strong Philippine Marine Corps.

Jan 8, 2024 · The Philippine Navy (PN), a vital branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), stands alongside the Philippine Army and the Philippine Air Force under the oversight of the Department of National Defense (DND).

Sep 29, 2024 · MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Vice Admiral Toribo Adaci Jr. became Philippine Navy Chief in 2022, a force that had begun to modernize as the country shifted its focus from land-based counter-insurgency to maritime and aerial territorial defense.

Dec 11, 2024 · The Philippine Navy on Wednesday said two more corvette warships and six offshore patrol vessels (OPVs) are in the pipeline for acquisition under the military's modernization program.

Jan 13, 2025 · The Philippine Navy (PN) plays a crucial role in safeguarding the archipelago's vast maritime interests. From patrolling its extensive coastlines to participating in international security initiatives, the PN's responsibilities are diverse and demanding. This blog post aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the Philippine Navy, exploring its history, current …