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Friday, December 20, 2013

2 brand new naval helicopters from Italy to arrive soon, says President Aquino

BRP Gregorio del PilarPresident Benigno Aquino III said two more brand new naval helicopters from Italy will be delivered soon as part of the continuing efforts of the government to modernize the Armed Forces of the Philippines.

The military earlier commissioned the first batch of three brand new naval helicopters delivered by Anglo-Italian supplier AgustaWestland worth P1.33 billion. The helicopters will accompany the frigates BRP Gregorio del Pilar and BRP Ramon Alcaraz in patrolling the country's territorial waters.

"In the face of many challenges, we expect a lot from our soldiers. That is why it is but fitting that the government boosts your capacity to respond to the call of duty," Aquino said in his speech during the 78th anniversary of the AFP aired over state-run Radyo ng Bayan on Friday.

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