CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City—General Romeo Brawner, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, emphasized that the strength of the nation depends on the strength and unity of its armed forces as he continued his visit of military camps in Mindanao, arriving at the Western Mindanao Command (WESMINCOM) headquarters in Zamboanga City and the 101st Infantry Brigade (IBde) in Isabela City, Basilan on February 4.
The CSAFP went to the WESMINCOM and 101st IBde to personally assess the implementation of military campaigns and welfare of its personnel. In WESMINCOM alone, he said that they are facing a great challenge, with all the possible threat groups and problems facing the area-- communists, local terrorists, lawless groups, other peace spoilers, and territorial defense and cross-border crimes.
In his talk to the troops of both units, he again expressed his confidence in the professionalism of the modern AFP soldier.
“When we entered the service, we swore an oath that we will always follow the chain of command, be loyal to the Constitution and our duly constituted authorities,” General Brawner Jr said.
“Let us stay focused on our mandate, keep improving our capabilities, and harness our love for our country to become better servant leaders that our country can rely on for the stability and security of our nation. Let us continue to show that with a strong and united AFP, we will have a strong and united Philippines,” he added.
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