Eighty-three senior military officers paid their courtesy call to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Martin Romualdez, on May 15. The officers, who all hold ad interim appointments, were led by VAdm Toribio Adaci Jr, the Navy Flag Officer in Command; LtGen Stephen Parreño, Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force; and LtGen Fernyl Buca, Commander of the Northern Luzon Command.
In the call, Speaker Romualdez cited the "unwavering dedication, commitment, and sacrifice to serving the nation of military officials in safeguarding and ensuring a stable country." He also acknowledged the AFP's contributions to peace, order, and development; and praised their hard work in defending the country from foreign and domestic threats.
(Photos by PFC Carmelotes/PAO, AFP)
