Music Room, Malacanan Palace 16 July 2012 President Benigno S. Aquino III welcomed United States Pacific Commander Admiral Samuel Locklear III during a courtesy call in Malacañan Palace. According to Communications Development and Strategic Planning Secretary Ricky Carandang, Admiral Locklear affirmed the longstanding partnership between the Philippines and the United States and reiterated their commitment continue reading : Courtesy Call of Admiral Samuel J. Locklear III, Commander, US Pacific Command