MANILA, Philippines – Filipino soldiers manning vital West Philippine Sea (WPS) features received traditional Noche Buena (Christmas Eve feast) packages and other essential supplies during a “critical sustainment mission” conducted last Dec. 23. A media release by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) late Thursday night said this resupply mission ensured “warmth, hope, and spirit of the season”. READ: Chinese ships in WPS increasing since January – PH Navy report Among those supported were troops deployed to BRP Sierra Madre (LS-57) in Ayungin Shoal, Pag-asa Island, Panata Island, Rizal Reef Station, Kota Island, Parola, Lawak, Likas, and Patag Island—personnel spending […]... Keep on reading: PH troops manning West Philippine Sea features get Noche Buena packages