Military Assistance Program

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Name: Military Assistance Program

First reported Jun 15 2013 - Updated Jun 15 2013 - 1 reports

Vietnam acquires 2 submarines from Russia

MANILA, Philippines - The much-awaited arrival in August of the Philippines’ second warship BRP Ramon Alcaraz from the United States has been matched by Vietnam with its acquisition of two submarines from Russia.On the other hand, a US lawmaker has been ... [Published Philippine Star - Jun 15 2013]

Entities: Submarines, Vietnam, Philippines, BRP Alcaraz

First reported Jun 13 2013 - Updated Jun 13 2013 - 1 reports

New PH warship test-fires gun

During the test, the Alcaraz fired 15 rounds—three to calibrate the gun and 12 at floating targets from a distance of 4 to 5 kilometers.SatisfiedThe test was conducted about three hours after the Alcaraz departed from Mayport, where it had docked to load ... [Published Philippine Daily Inquirer - Jun 13 2013]

Entities: Philippines, US Coast Guard, Military Assistance Program, Oto Melara SpA

First reported Jun 11 2013 - Updated Jun 11 2013 - 1 reports

Country’s 2nd warship starts voyage from US to PH

The Philippine embassy also quoted Capt. Ernesto Baldovino, commanding officer of the BRP Ramon Alcaraz as saying, ?We have finally embarked on our maiden voyage to our motherland.? It said the warship left South Carolina 10 a.m. Monday (US time). ?Expectations ... [Published Philippine Daily Inquirer - Jun 11 2013]

Entities: Ramón Alcaraz, US Coast Guard, Philippines

First reported Jun 10 2013 - Updated Jun 10 2013 - 1 reports

PH acquires another ship from US to boost naval fleet

“As you know, there are some tensions in the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea) and this may put you in harm’s way, but there is no doubt that you will perform your duty of protecting Philippine territory if needed,” Cuisia told the 88 officers and ... [Published Philippine Daily Inquirer - Jun 10 2013]

Entities: Philippines, Philippine Navy, US Coast Guard, Military Assistance Program, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)

First reported Jun 03 2013 - Updated Jun 03 2013 - 1 reports

Circus Sarasota's year-round fun

In its annual end-of-season outreach luncheon, Circus Sarasota drew more than 400 supporters to the Sailor Circus Big Top recently. Guests included Greg Steube, Ronald Taub, Renee Sheade, Tana Sandefur, Gloria Moss, Bob and Pat Johnson (Pat was still ... [Published Southwest Florida Herald Tribune - Jun 03 2013]

Entities: Sarasota (United States), Bob Johnson, Military Assistance Program

First reported Jun 03 2013 - Updated Jun 03 2013 - 1 reports

Operation Night Vision sends local man, son on adventure

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. –Retired Army National Guard member Eric Marts slowly made his way down a mountainside near here just after sunset Friday. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Retired Army National Guard member Eric Marts slowly made his way down a mountainside near here ... [Published Fargo Forum - Jun 03 2013]

Entities: Operation, Birmingham, National Guard of the United States, Marketplace

First reported May 28 2013 - Updated May 29 2013 - 1 reports

South China Sea tension mounts near Filipino shipwreck

MANILA (Reuters) - A wrecked navy transport ship perched on a remote coral reef could be the next flashpoint in the South China Sea, where China and five other claimants bitterly dispute territory. The Philippine government is accusing China of encroachment ... [Published Hampton Roads Daily Press - May 28 2013]

Entities: South China Sea, Philippines, Shipwreck, China

First reported May 20 2013 - Updated May 21 2013 - 3 reports

BEFORE SAILING TO PHL IN JUNE2nd excess navy ship from US being tested

2nd excess navy ship from US being testedCLARK FREEPORT - The second US military ship acquired by the government under the Excess Defense Article and Military Assistance Program with the US set sail last Monday off the Federal Law Enforcement Training ... [Published Punto! Central Luzon - May 21 2013]

Entities: Ramón Alcaraz, Philippines, Military Assistance Program, Aguilar (Philippines), Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)

First reported May 21 2013 - Updated May 21 2013 - 1 reports

What the new PH warship is capable of

The Philippines' newest warship has embarked on its first journey, the Philippine Embassy in Washington said.The BRP Ramon Alcaraz (PF-16) on Monday has just left a port in South Carolina where it had been undergoing refurbishment, a statement from the ... [Published Yahoo Philippines News - May 21 2013]

Entities: Ramón Alcaraz, Philippines, Military Assistance Program, Philippine Navy, Patrol Vessel

Quotes

...their departure, the warship's Filipino crew got what the embassy called "emotional farewells" from members of the Filipino community in Charleston. "Filipinos in Charleston served as foster families of officers and crew of Alcaraz during (their) 13-month stay in South Carolina" the embassy explained

PHL Navy's 2nd Hamilton-class ship begins journey to new home port [Published GMA News.tv - Jun 10 2013]

Cuisia will address the officers and crew of BRP Ramon Alcaraz and meet with the Filipino community aboard the vessel, the embassy said. "After being away for 13 months, officers and crew of the Alcaraz led by Capt. Ernesto Baldovino all excited to return to the Philippines" it added.Last May, the BRP Ramon Alcaraz started sea trials as part of preparations for its trip to the Philippines

Navy's new warship set to depart for PHL [Published GMA News.tv - Jun 09 2013]

..."One thing I've learned," she said, "is that this circus business is a lot harder than it looks."

Circus Sarasota's year-round fun [Published Southwest Florida Herald Tribune - Jun 03 2013]

...missiles, will be linked in a shore-based facility to enable better command and control for the crew for effective decision-making, Fabic added. "As an additional asset, the warship will greatly improve our maritime domain or situational awareness because it is capable of long-range deployment" Fabic said...

BRP Ramon Alcaraz to feature ASW capability [Published Naval Technology - May 30 2013]

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BRP Ramon Alcaraz to feature ASW capability [Published Naval Technology - May 30 2013]
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