From the Daily Tribune (Jun 17): US Navy secretary arrives for three-day RP visit
US Navy Secretary Ray Mabus arrived yesterday for a three-day visit to the Philippines, according to the US Embassy in Manila.
During the course of his visit, Mabus is expected to meet with Department of National Defense Secretary Voltaire Gazmin, Armed Forces of the Philippines chief-of-staff Gen. Emmanuel Bautista, Philippine Navy flag-officer-in-charge Vice Adm. Jose Luis Alano and other senior Philippine government officials.
Mabus’ visit reinforces the importance of the relationship between the United States and Philippines.
The US official is expected to discuss bilateral and multilateral security issues and efforts, maritime security, counter-terrorism efforts, and regional humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts.
“As we rebalance to the Pacific, our alliance with the Philippines has never been more important than it is today,” Mabus stated.
“I look forward to exploring opportunities to work with the Philippine armed forces to build greater maritime capacity and increase security and stability in the region,” he emphasized.
The US Secretary of the Navy conducts all business matters for the two uniformed services that make up the Department of the Navy.
These are the Navy and the Marine Corps.
This involves implementing policies and programs to support the national security objectives established by US President Barack Obama and US Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel.
Additionally, Mabus oversees the construction and repair of naval ships, aircraft, and facilities.
He is responsible for an annual budget in excess of $170 billion and provides leadership for almost 900,000 people.
http://www.tribune.net.ph/index.php/nation/item/15540-us-navy-secretary-arrives-for-three-day-rp-visit
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