Sorsogon, Philippines. August 05,2024: BRP Federico Martir (PC-385), a coastal patrol craft of Philippine Navy, has long been based on Palawan Island, the country's west border near the maritime dispute territory. The ship, now based in Bicol, is part of Littoral Combat Force (coastal protection, littoral patrol & interdiction missions). This week, the Secretaries of State & Defense visited the archipelago to announce $500M in military aid to boost PH defense, modernize the armed forces & coast guard, at a time of growing friction in South China Sea. Credit: Kevin Izorce/Alamy Live News

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Location: Sorsogon, Bicol region, Luzon Island, Philippines, Southeast Asia
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