Philippine Defense Today (Adroth.ph)

An interview with the Flag Officer In Command (FOIC) of the Philippine Navy, explaining why the ex-USCGC Hamilton was chosen, and what it brings to the table.

Interview

Key data points in the interview:

@1:40: Getting two more WHECs. Resources are available, negotitations already ongoing

@3:39: The importance of the ability to handle sea-states that our existing assets cannot handle

@7:19: The PF-15 will spend approximately a month in drydock, as per the following PhilGEPS entry