CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City— The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (CSAFP) General Romeo Brawner Jr. and the Commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Admiral Samuel Paparo visited Basa Air Base in Pampanga on August 28, 2024, as part of their ongoing engagements under the Mutual Defense Board-Security Engagement Board (MDB-SEB) meeting.
During their visit, General Brawner and Admiral Paparo inspected the facilities that have been developed under the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) between the Philippines and the United States. The inspection focused on the improvements and upgrades made to enhance the operational capabilities of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) and promote joint interoperability between the two armed forces.
Basa Air Base, one of the sites designated under the EDCA, has been equipped with various infrastructure upgrades and facilities to support the Philippine military’s modernization efforts and contribute to the overall security and defense posture in the region.
"The improvements in our facilities at Basa Air Base demonstrate our commitment to strengthening our defense capabilities and ensuring that our forces are prepared to respond to any security challenge," General Brawner stated. "These developments are vital in our pursuit of a modern and credible defense force that can effectively safeguard our nation's sovereignty and territorial integrity."
Photos by: SSg Ambay/PAOAFP
