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Naval forces kick off drills in Mindanao

Alexis Romero - The Philippine Star
July 17, 2013 | 12:00am

MANILA, Philippines - Naval forces and reservists in Western Mindanao kick off today a maritime exercise that aims to enhance their interoperability during emergency situations.

The exercise, dubbed as Pagsasama 2013, runs until July 22 in the Basilan Strait and Sulu Sea.

A total of 133 Navy reservists and affiliated reserve units and 470 regular personnel are participating in the drills.

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