Manila, May 20 -- The Philippine Navy (PN) formally commissioned into service two modern vessels on its 127th founding anniversary with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leading the rites on Tuesday.

Commissioned into service are the Navy's brand-new frigate, the BRP Miguel Malvar (FFG-06), and the fast attack interdiction craft (FAIC-M), BRP Albert Majini (PG-909), at the Naval Operating Base Subic in Zambales.

"The event marked a significant leap in the Navy's modernization efforts under the 127th Founding Anniversary theme 'Philippine Navy: Addressing Challenges, Promoting Regional Stability, and Strengthening Maritime Security'," the PN said in a statement.

BRP Miguel Malvar, named after the last Filipino general to surrender durin...