08/11/2024
France is set to provide 40 patrol vessels and logistical support to the Philippine Coast Guard following the approval of a $438 million aid project to enhance Manila’s maritime security capabilities across the country’s waters.
Coming in at 30-35 meters, the French-built boats will resemble the agency’s existing 44-meter Parola-class multi-role response vessels from Japan. According to the project description, the first 20 Fast Response Crafts will be constructed in France and the other 20 in the Philippines. France will also provide logistical support for the vessels and equipment for six bases.