CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City - The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Andres C Centino inspected the military’s Mabila Detachment and Littoral Monitoring Station in Balut Island, Saranggani on April 23, 2022.
These facilities are situated in one of the most remote and southernmost municipalities in the Philippines that serve as early warning and detection for incoming vessels in the country's domain.
“The dedication and unwavering determination of our troops deployed at the southernmost military detachment in our country deserves utmost commendation. They work tirelessly in order to secure peace and development in far-flung communities as well as contribute to protecting the integrity of our national territory,” General Centino said.
General Centino's visit was also aimed at ensuring the morale and welfare of every personnel, especially those assigned in remote areas, are well taken cared of by the AFP leadership.
The AFP Chief of Staff together with the Commander of Naval Forces, Eastern Mindanao, Commodore Carlos V Sabarre also met with the local government officials of the Balut Island Municipality led by its Mayor, Virginia T Cawa.
He assured the people of Balut Island that the men and women of the AFP will continue to maintain peace and security in their municipality, as well as the conduct of safe and peaceful national and local elections this coming May.///(Photos by A2C Ted Castro PAF/PAOAFP)
