NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Manila —The Philippine Navy welcomed Captain Anthony Saunders USN, the new U.S. Naval Attaché to the Philippines, during his introductory call with the PN Vice Commander, Rear Adm. Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta on September 9, 2024 at the Navy Headquarters.

"We look forward to working closely with you during future exercises and in strengthening mutual support for regional peace and stability" Rear Adm. Ezpeleta expressed in appreciation for Capt. Saunders' appointment as the U.S. Naval Attaché for the next four years. 

Capt. Saunders thanked the Philippine Navy for the warm welcome and shared his enthusiasm in collaborating with the PN in the years to come.

Capt. Saunders' distinguished career includes serving as Commander of the 2515th Naval Air Ambulance Detachment, Commanding Officer of HSC-21 “Blackjacks,” and Commanding Officer of the Fleet Coordinating Group in Yokosuka, Japan. His earlier operational assignments involved HC-6, USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), and Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 26.

This visit underscores the PN's commitment to fostering international defense partnerships, and the continued collaboration with the United States Navy to strengthen PN capabilities and readiness for a more secure and stable maritime environment in the region.

PUBLISHED BY:    Naval Public Affairs Office (NPAO) CDR JOHN PERCIE A ALCOS PN(GSC) Director, Naval Public Affairs Office