The Philippine Coast Guard’s BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701) arrived at Kagoshima Port on June 12 to take part in the second Trilateral Maritime Exercise with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and the Japan Coast Guard (JCG).
The Philippine vessel and its crew were warmly welcomed by JCG officials upon docking, marking the start of a multiday engagement focused on enhancing regional maritime cooperation.
The exercise is being conducted in line with President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s directive to bolster the country’s maritime partnerships and reinforce diplomatic ties with regional allies.
According to the PCG, the exercise also reflects the shared commitment of the three nations to a rules-based international maritime order and collective capacity-building to maintain peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
A key feature of the exercise is a joint search and rescue (SAR) drill, designed to demonstrate operational readiness and foster seamless coordination among the participating coast guards.
The SAR activity will serve as a platform to address common maritime challenges, including disaster response and maritime law enforcement.
