NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Manila – The Commander of the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Pacific visited the Philippine Navy (PN) headquarters on 11-November, and discussed about strengthening the relationship between the U.S. and the Philippines. LT GENERAL William Jurney was received by the acting Flag Officer in Command, MAJ GENERAL Jonas Lumawag, during the former’s courtesy call with the aim to sustain ties with PH counterparts.

        “We are very happy for your continuous help in modernizing the PN and Marines by simply helping us with exercises,” MGEN Lumawag stated.

        “We can plan for the things that would benefit the both of us and project those things, there is always room for all of us to get better,” LTGEN Jurney conveyed.

Recognizing and honoring veterans were also among the reasons of LTGEN Jurney’s visit.