Monday, May 29, 2023

1st Philippine Fleet Defense Expo: A milestone in AFP

From the Manila Times (May 30, 2023): 1st Philippine Fleet Defense Expo: A milestone in AFP



Vice Admiral Toribio Adaci Jr., flag officer in command, and Rear Admiral Renato David, PN, commander of Philippine fleet, lead in welcoming colleagues and friends during the first PFDEX. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

THE Naval Base in Sangley Point, Cavite City has played host to the inaugural Philippine Fleet Defense Expo (PFDEX) 2023 held last May 11 to 13, which marked a significant milestone in the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).

The Philippine Navy showcased an impressive range of existing naval assets and presented a glimpse of aspirations for future advancements at Naval Base Heracleo Alano.


Vice Admiral Toribio Adaci Jr., flag officer in command, and Commander Philippine Fleet Rear Admiral Renato David, PN led in welcoming colleagues and friends during the first PFDEX.

Attendees are provided with a preview of the Navy's forthcoming advancements across multiple domains, including cyber and electronic warfare, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance systems, naval aviation, force protection, logistical systems, and support systems.

The event also included informative lectures and symposiums led by industry experts.


Global leaders such as Brahmos, Rafael, Elbit, Navantia as well as homegrown innovators such as SaferPh, Dynacast, Propmech, Gendiesel were just some of the few who joined the first PFDEX.

The symposium was also filled with valuable insights from defense and industry experts such as Prof. CJ Cowlin, tech defense expert; Brian Borysewich, cyber security strategist; and Col. Eufracio Malig Jr., who talked about the important role of self-reliant defense posture in a modernized AFP.

https://www.manilatimes.net/2023/05/30/public-square/1st-philippine-fleet-defense-expo-a-milestone-in-afp/1893601

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