CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City–The Vice Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines LtGen Arthur M Cordura welcomed General Eric M Smith, Commandant of United States Marine Corps (USMC) in a courtesy visit on September 9, 2024, here.
During the meeting, LtGen Cordura expressed appreciation for General Smith's visit and highlighted the importance of continued partnership between the AFP and USMC. The two leaders also discussed the upcoming Maritime Training Security (MTA) Sama-Sama underscoring a shared commitment to advancing maritime domain awareness and interoperability.
The call reflects the AFP’s initiative to explore avenues for future cooperation anchored in the rules-based international order and a shared vision for a stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
Photo by PFC Carmelotes/PAOAFP
