ADVERTISEMENTHe was replaced by Rear Adm. Robert Empedrad, the AFP deputy chief of staff for reserve and retirees affairs (J9). Empedrad’s first public functions as Navy chief will be at the AFP Day at Camp Aguinaldo with President Duterte as guest of honor. Mr. Duterte appointed Mercado as Navy chief on Nov. 12, last year. The official added that Hyundai’s weapons system capabilities have yet to be tested and proven. Wong, just three months into his job as Navy chief, instead offered to retire early.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer December 19, 2017 06:07 UTC