CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City—General Romeo Brawner Jr, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and the commanders of the Major Services visited Malacañan Palace on Wednesday, January 17 for the New Year’s Call to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
The AFP Chief was joined by LtGen Roy Galido, Commanding General of the Philippine Army; LtGen Stephen Parreño, Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force; and VAdm Toribio Adaci Jr, Flag Officer in Command of the Philippine Navy.
In his message, the president assured his full support for the welfare of soldiers and their families and his commitment to the continued modernization of the AFP as it seeks to become a world-class armed force in 2028.
“Beyond duty, we prioritize their daily lives. I have approved a specific budget for rice subsidies and Tertiary Health Care at the AFP Medical Center for advanced medical services and overall wellness support,” the President said.
Photo by PFC Carmelotes/PAOAFP
