CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City - The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), led by Chief of Staff General Romeo S Brawner Jr., commemorated International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Day 2025 through a flag-raising ceremony held on August 4, here.
The observance highlights the AFP’s enduring commitment to upholding the principles of International Humanitarian Law in the conduct of its operations and engagements. In his address, General Brawner emphasized the vital role of IHL in protecting human dignity and reiterated the AFP’s pledge to promote humanitarian values in all military actions.
During the ceremony, the AFP Peacekeeping Operations Center (PKOC) was conferred Recertified Status under the AFP Transformation Roadmap Institutionalization Pathway (AFPTRIP), reaffirming its commitment to excellence and alignment with international standards in peace support operations.
Also recognized were members of the AFP Lady Gunners volleyball team, who secured third place in the recently concluded UNTV Volleyball League Season 3. The team received a ₱300,000 cash prize, which they generously donated to the AFP Education Benefit System Office (AFPEBSO), further supporting the education of military personnel and their dependents.
The event served as a reminder of the AFP’s holistic commitment—not only to military professionalism and operational excellence but also to peacebuilding, sportsmanship, and humanitarian service.
Photo by SSg Ambay PA / PAOAFP
