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Mexican ship Cuauhtémoc makes historic visit to PH

Published Aug 21, 2024 03:23 am
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This years marks the 35th anniversary of the Mexican ship Cuauhtémoc.

Given the deep historical and cultural ties between Mexico and the Philippines, the Mexican Naval Instruction Vessel ARM Cuauhtémoc marks its first journey to Manila. This trip is a part of the tri-continental training cruise, which includes Southeast Asia.

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Ambassador Daniel Hernández Joseph of the Embassy of the United Mexican States with Captain Rafael Lagunes, and officers

The ambassador of the Embassy of the United Mexican States, Daniel Hernández Joseph, together with Captain Rafael Lagunes, and the crew of the "Ambassador and Knight of the
Seas" welcomed guests on board. This year is significant as it celebrates two major events: the centenary of the promulgation of the Mexican Constitution and the 35th anniversary of their ship that sailed the seas and oceans worldwide, proudly raising the Mexican national flag. It is well-known for having traveled more than 700,000 nautical miles and forged 34 generations of cadets from the Heroic Navy Military School of Mexico.

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Naval officers welcomed the Mexican ship Cuauhtémoc as it docked in Port Area, Manila.

The vessel was open to the people of Mexico and the Philippines, inviting them to enjoy a taste of Mexico—its traditions, craftsmanship, folklore, flavors, and legacy. It also offered a
chance to experience the hospitality and love for maritime traditions reflected in the perfection of its decks, bulkheads, maneuvers, and rigging. The ship was docked at Berth No. 5, Pier 15, South Harbor, in Port Area, Manila. The crew, integrated by nine senior officers, 43 cadets, and 122 enlisted men and women, is a genuine example of more than 120 million Mexicans in the world, presenting themselves as ambassador of Mexico, carrying a message of peace and goodwill.

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Visitors enjoy a taste of Mexican culture onboard Cuauhtémoc.

The Cuauhtémoc was built in 1982 and has been a tireless navigator for more than 40 years, making countless training voyages for new generations of Mexican cadets and visiting hundreds of ports to strengthen collaboration with countries and spread Mexican culture.

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The Philippine visit of Mexican naval instruction vessel ARM Cuauhtémoc
enriches historical and cultural ties between Mexico and the Philippines.

The ship’s home port in Mexico is Acapulco, and its visit to the Philippines is a reminder of the historical Manila-Acapulco Galleon trade that lasted for nearly 250 years. This trade facilitated the exchange of goods, people, and ideas between the Americas, Asia, and Europe, and its legacy remains evident in the shared gastronomy and customs of Mexico and the Philippines.

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