Units from the Philippine and US Navies formally started on
Monday the bilateral exercise of this year's Cooperation Afloat Readiness and
Training (CARAT).
CARAT 2016 aims to conduct combined naval operations in
order to enhance inter-operability between the various PN and USN.
It also seeks to strengthen both navies’ combined
capabilities in surface and modern naval warfare, amphibious operations, and
special operations; enhance situational awareness and information sharing; and
will promote partnership and goodwill.
"CARAT strengthens the strong and enduring
relationships between the US
“We're looking forward to working along-side our US Navy
partners during CARAT 2016,” he added.
The exercise will involve at-sea and in-port events designed
for subject matter exchange, individual and unit training, and engagement with
the local community.
The Philippine and US navies will exchange best practices
and share information during multiple professional exchanges and seminars
ashore.
They will also conduct civic action projects, community
service events and joint band concerts to allow our forces to interact with the
local community.
In-port activities will take place in different areas of Olongapo City
and Zambales while at sea events will be in the waters and airspace of the Sulu
and Luzon Sea
“CARAT enables us to develop strong relationships with our
Philippine Navy and Marine partners,” Task Force 73 commander Rear Adm. Charles
Williams said.
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