Manila, April 3 -- Highlighting the growing strategic ties between the two nations, the Philippine Navy (PN) on Thursday said it is eyeing "enhanced maritime cooperation" and relevant exercises with its Royal Australian Navy (RAN) counterparts.

This was after the PN hosted RAN representatives during the 8th Navy To Navy Talks (NTNT) held at its headquarters at Naval Station Jose Andrada, Roxas Boulevard, Manila on April 2.

"The PN-RAN NTNT provides an opportunity to engage in discussions on topics of mutual interest and explore opportunities for enhanced maritime cooperation. Key areas of focus include exercises, operations, intelligence, and personnel exchanges, all aimed at strengthening the strategic partnership between the Philippin...