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Ezpeleta steps in as new Philippine Navy chief
Ezpeleta steps in as new Philippine Navy chief
MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has named Rear Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta as the new Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy.
MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has named Rear Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta as the new Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy.
Ezpeleta was sworn in to his new post on Friday morning at the Philippine Navy Headquarters in Manila, during the Change of Command Ceremony attended by Marcos, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., and AFP Chief Romeo Brawner Jr.
Ezpeleta was sworn in to his new post on Friday morning at the Philippine Navy Headquarters in Manila, during the Change of Command Ceremony attended by Marcos, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., and AFP Chief Romeo Brawner Jr.
He took over the leadership of the Philippine Navy from former Navy Chief VADM Toribio Adaci Jr., following the latter’s retirement from service.
He took over the leadership of the Philippine Navy from former Navy Chief VADM Toribio Adaci Jr., following the latter’s retirement from service.
Prior to his appointment, Ezpeleta served as the Navy’s Vice Commander. He was also chief of Naval Staff and the commander of the Philippine Naval Forces Southern Luzon.
Prior to his appointment, Ezpeleta served as the Navy’s Vice Commander. He was also chief of Naval Staff and the commander of the Philippine Naval Forces Southern Luzon.
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In his speech, Marcos said he was confident that Ezpeleta would lead the Philippine Navy with integrity, continuing the high standards set by his predecessor.
In his speech, Marcos said he was confident that Ezpeleta would lead the Philippine Navy with integrity, continuing the high standards set by his predecessor.
“We turn a new leaf as we welcome the new Flag Officer-in-Command, Vice Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta. Having worked with the FOIC closely, you can attest to the standard he has set for the institution. I expect the same, if not greater, from your leadership,” Marcos Jr said.
“We turn a new leaf as we welcome the new Flag Officer-in-Command, Vice Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta. Having worked with the FOIC closely, you can attest to the standard he has set for the institution. I expect the same, if not greater, from your leadership,” Marcos Jr said.
“As Vice Admiral Adaci has demonstrated, your predecessors are always difficult acts to follow, but given your competence, your experience, and mental fortitude, I am confident you will continue to lead the Navy with integrity and surpass any challenges that you might confront,” he continued.
“As Vice Admiral Adaci has demonstrated, your predecessors are always difficult acts to follow, but given your competence, your experience, and mental fortitude, I am confident you will continue to lead the Navy with integrity and surpass any challenges that you might confront,” he continued.
“I look forward to working with you and I give you my full support as you build on your legacy.”
“I look forward to working with you and I give you my full support as you build on your legacy.”
The Philippine leader meanwhile honored Adaci’s “commitment, leadership, and vision”, which he said “significantly strengthened the country’s naval capabilities and enhanced its readiness to face the rapidly evolving challenges.”
The Philippine leader meanwhile honored Adaci’s “commitment, leadership, and vision”, which he said “significantly strengthened the country’s naval capabilities and enhanced its readiness to face the rapidly evolving challenges.”
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“He was exactly what this country needed: mild-mannered and calm,” he said. “His presence of mind was unshakeable despite provocations and attempts to escalate tensions.”
“He was exactly what this country needed: mild-mannered and calm,” he said. “His presence of mind was unshakeable despite provocations and attempts to escalate tensions.”
“It is through his leadership that we remain firm in asserting our rights in the maritime domain while keeping to our responsibility of safeguarding lives and promoting regional peace and stability,” he continued.
“It is through his leadership that we remain firm in asserting our rights in the maritime domain while keeping to our responsibility of safeguarding lives and promoting regional peace and stability,” he continued.
Marcos Jr. acknowledged Adaci’s efforts to modernize and strengthen the Philippine Navy as an institution, and to champion regional cooperation and partnership with allies and neighbors.
Marcos Jr. acknowledged Adaci’s efforts to modernize and strengthen the Philippine Navy as an institution, and to champion regional cooperation and partnership with allies and neighbors.
“On behalf of a grateful nation, thank you for your exemplary and passionate service. We wish you fair winds and following seas as you embark onto your next journey,” he said.
“On behalf of a grateful nation, thank you for your exemplary and passionate service. We wish you fair winds and following seas as you embark onto your next journey,” he said.
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