The Chilean Navy and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) held their first bilateral meeting in Valparaíso from August 3 to 4. The event saw representatives from both navies discussing their key projects and common challenges. Rear Admiral Jonathan Earley of the RAN led the foreign delegation, meeting with Chilean Navy Commander-in-Chief, Admiral Juan Andrés De […]
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