President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Vice Admiral Alan M. Javier as the new Flag Officer-in-Command of the Philippine Navy.
The Department of National Defense congratulated Javier on his appointment, citing his extensive leadership and operational experience.
Before his new assignment, Javier served as commander of the Western Command, which oversees military operations in the country’s western maritime areas.
He also previously led the Western Naval Command and served as Chief of Naval Staff.
The DND said Javier brings the operational experience and strategic direction needed to lead the Navy and sustain its operations.
He succeeds Vice Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Q. Ezpeleta, who formally retired from active military service on November 13 after 39 years, seven months and 13 days in the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
President Marcos led the change of command and retirement ceremony for Javier and Ezpeleta on November 13.
The DND thanked the outgoing Navy chief for his more than 35 years of military service and wished him well as he transitions to civilian life.