2nd Miguel Malvar-class Frigate meets BRP Jose Rizal as the former traverses Botolan waters

NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Manila – The Philippine Navy’s second Miguel Malvar-class frigate (FFG-07) carries out meeting procedures and was welcomed by the Philippine Navy’s BRP Jose Rizal (FF150) as the former traverses Philippine waters approximately 14 nautical miles northwest off Botolan in Zambales on September 8, 2025.
The soon-to-be BRP Diego Silang will undergo final preparations, acceptance procedures and commissioning before officially joining the Philippine Navy’s active fleet.
Upon joining the active Fleet, the second Miguel Malvar-class frigate will enhance the PN’s operational readiness, maritime domain protection, and capability to uphold a free, secure, and rules-based international order.