Navy commissions BRP Miguel Malvar, BRP Albert Majini

SUBIC, Zambales— The Philippine Navy, in its 127th anniversary celebration, christened and commissioned two new naval assets, BRP Miguel Malvar (FFG06) and BRP Albert Majini (PG909).

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Tuesday graced the event held at the Naval Operating Base in Subic, Zambales.

The event marked a significant leap in the Navy's modernization efforts under the anniversary theme, “Philippine Navy: Addressing Challenges, Promoting Regional Stability, and Strengthening Maritime Security."

According to the Philippine Navy, the BRP Miguel Malvar (FFG06), a guided-missile frigate named after the last Filipino general to surrender during the Philippine-American War, arrived from South Korea last April 4, 2025.

The asset was equipped for anti-ship, anti-submarine, anti-aircraft and electronic warfare systems.

Meanwhile, the BRP Albert Majini (PG909), the eighth Acero-class Fast Attack Interdiction Craft (FAIC-M), is the first locally assembled missile-capable patrol vessel in the country.

Named after Medal of Valor awardee Ensign Albert Majini, the vessel, which is for rapid interdiction and coastal operations, honors his gallantry during anti-paracy operations in Basilan in 1980.

The commissioning process strengthened the Navy’s capacity to address current and emerging maritime threats.—AOL, GMA Integrated News