CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City – With their efforts towards the achievement of lasting peace and inclusive growth, the 2023 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipino Soldiers (MFOFAS) were recognized by The Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines, General Romeo S Brawner Jr. as they were presented here on September 7.
“Your stellar accomplishments in your particular domains of expertise and stations indicate your competence, zeal for duty, and fidelity in providing genuine service to the country. You shall be a source of inspiration and role models for our fellow troops and the rest of the Filipino people in striving for excellence in everything that you do,” said the CSAFP in his message that was delivered by The Deputy Chief of Staff, AFP, LtGen Charlton Sean M Gaerlan.
Ensuring the highest standard of intelligence, innovation, and Civil-Military Operations, the 2023 MFOFAS awardees SSg Danilo S Banquiao PA from the 103rd Brigade, 1ID, Philippine Army; LTC Joseph J Bitancur PAF, Assistant Commandant, Basic Military School, Air Education, Training and Doctrine Command, Philippine Air Force; and Col. Joseph Jeremias Cirilo C Dator PA, Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations (G3), Presidential Security Group were lauded as they were presented by the Metrobank Foundation Executive Vice President, Mr. Philip Francisco Dy.
"To the AFP, rest assured that the Metrobank Group, to the Metrobank Foundation, and the Rotary Club of Makati Metro will remain your allies in fulfilling your mission of winning the hearts and minds of our countrymen,” expressed Mr. Philip Dy.
The AFP Chief then highlighted one of his priority thrusts on youth development saying, “I encourage you to continue nourishing and empowering the youth to become the future leaders of their localities and our nation.”///
(Photo by PFC Carmelotes/PAOAFP)
