CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City— The Commander of Eastern Mindanao Command (EASTMINCOM), MGen Luis Rex Bergante PA, and the AFP's The Provost Marshal General (TPMG), Col Ferdinand Marcelino PN(M) were promoted to the next higher rank in a ceremony with the AFP Chief General Romeo Brawner Jr., here today.
LtGen Bergante assumed as the Commander of EASTMINCOM last month while BGen Marcelino took over as TPMG in May 2024. In his message, General Brawner Jr congratulated the newly promoted officers and emphasized the significant responsibilities that come with their new ranks.
"Today we are proud to recognize the promotions of two exemplary leaders. I would like to challenge you both to maintain the peace and address our territorial defense operations in your area of responsibility more efficiently and effectively," said General Brawner Jr.
Photo by: PFC Carmelotes and SSg Amagan/PAOAFP