The Philippine navy’s BRP Miguel Malvar, a newly acquired frigate from South Korea, docked shortly after arriving at the naval base. - Photo: AFP
MANILA: The Philippines took possession of the first of two corvette-class warships with "advanced weapons and radar systems" on Tuesday (April 8) as it faces growing pressure from Beijing in the disputed South China Sea.
The arrival of the 3,200-ton BRP Miguel Malvar is part of a two-ship deal with South Korea's Hyundai Heavy Industries in 2021.
