EXERCISE BALIKATAN | The Philippine Navy 3rd Naval Combat Engineer Battalion and the US Army 523rd Engineering Support Company held a groundbreaking ceremony on March 22, for the Sitio Manggahan Community Health Center, Rizal, Palawan as part of the Humanitarian Civic Action (HCA) program of Exercise Balikatan 40-2025. This initiative reflects the strong Philippines-U.S. partnership, demonstrating their shared commitment to community development.
Through Balikatan, both forces enhance interoperability while directly supporting local needs, ensuring a lasting impact beyond military training. With construction now underway, the health center will soon serve as a vital resource for residents, strengthening local healthcare services.
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