CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) welcomed Lieutenant General Rommel P Roldan PAF as the new Vice Chief of Staff, AFP, and donned new ranks to Vice Admiral Alan M Javier PN and Brigadier General Phillipp G Alvarez Jr PA in a joint ceremony held on April 20, here. The ceremony was presided over by AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo S Brawner Jr PA.
Prior to his assumption as Vice Chief of Staff, LtGen Roldan served as The Deputy Chief of Staff, AFP, where he contributed to key strategic and operational initiatives of the organization. Meanwhile, Vice Admiral Javier continues to serve as Chief Naval Staff of the Philippine Navy, while Brigadier General Alvarez serves as Commander of the Counter-Intelligence Group, AFP.
The event highlighted the AFP’s enduring tradition of recognizing merit, dedication, and leadership among its officers. These milestones reflect the institution’s continuous effort to strengthen its leadership foundation as it advances its vision of building a Strong AFP for a Strong Philippines.
Photos by SSg Ambay PA / PAOAFP
