PHILIPPINE Navy chief Rear Adm. Alan Javier has welcomed the military, naval and air attaché of the Republic of Türkiye to the Philippines, Capt. Gökhan Gülbìten.
Previously serving as Chief of Staff, Northern Task Group in the Turkish Naval Forces Command, Gülbìten recently assumed his duties as the military attaché to Manila.
“I would like to welcome you on behalf of our Flag Officer in Command and we look forward to more enhanced maritime cooperation with your Armed Forces”, Javier said as he echoed t commitments to build stronger ties between the Philippines and the Turkish armed forces.
Gülbìten then expressed his optimism for future engagements “to improve the friendship and mutual cooperation between the two countries.
Last month, Armed Forces of the Philippines chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr., also welcomed Gulbiten during the latter’s call at the AFP headquarters in Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.
During the meeting, Brawner expressed optimism for Gulbiten’s leadership. Both men discussed the importance of cyber security and intelligence sharing initiatives that enhances operational readiness and capability.
