A training squadron of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force is in Manila for a five-day goodwill visit to enhance the strong relationship between the Philippine Navy and the JMSDF.

Capt. Lued Lincuna, Navy spokesman, on Monday said the squadron, headed by its commander, Rear Adm. Hidetoshi Iwasaki, is composed of three vessels, namely JS Kashima (TV-3508), JS Setoyuki (TV-3518) and JS Asagiri (DD-151).

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