CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City — Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Romeo S Brawner Jr welcomed United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on March 28, at the AFP General Headquarters.
General Brawner was also present during Secretary Hegseth’s activities today including an engagement with Secretary of National Defense Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr.
During this high-level meeting, mutual concerns with crucial implications for advancing the Philippine military and defense capabilities were addressed.
Increased cooperation through joint exercises, technology transfers, and enhanced intelligence sharing is expected to bolster the AFP's overall defense efforts.
The visit underscores the enduring alliance between the Philippines and the United States, built on shared values and a mutual commitment to peace and stability.///
Photos by: SSg Ambay PA/ PAOAFP
