President Bongbong Marcos leads the change of command ceremony at the Philippine Navy headquarters in Manila. VAdm Toribio Adaci is set to turnover the Navy Leadership to the incoming Flag Officer in Command, RAdm Jose Maria Ambrosio Ezpeleta.GMA Integrated News

LOOK: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. arrives at the Philippine Navy headquarters in Manila to lead the change of command ceremony. 1/2

Rear Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta has been appointed as the new Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy, succeeding Vice Admiral Toribio Adaci Jr., who retired from service today. | via Patrick de Jesus 2/2

LOOK: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recognized the valuable contributions of outgoing Philippine Navy (PN) Flag Officer-in-Command Vice Admiral Toribio Adaci Jr. while formally welcoming Adaci's successor, VAdm. Jose Ma Ambrosio Ezpeleta, [...] 1/4

[...] during a change of command and retirement ceremony on Friday, Nov. 15. “His commitment, leadership, and vision has significantly strengthened our naval capabilities and enhanced our readiness to face the rapidly evolving challenges of today." 2/4

"He was exactly what this country needed: mild-mannered and calm,” President Marcos said of Adaci. 3/4

“I look forward to working with you and I give you my full support as you build on your legacy. Let us work together as we steer the future in the right direction for a more secure, advanced, and prosperous Bagong Pilipinas,” the President said to Ezpeleta. (📷: PCO) 4/4