AFP Chief of Staff Pays Tribute to Fallen Soldiers in Lanao Attack

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City -- Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Romeo S Brawner Jr visited the 2nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade, Philippine Army in Iligan City on January 24 to personally pay his respects during the wake of the four (4) soldiers who were killed in a treacherous attack by the Dawlah Islamiyah–Maute Group in Barangay Liningding, Munai, Lanao del Norte last January 23.

AFP Strengthens Energy Security Through Monitoring Patrol at Malampaya

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City -- In line with the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ commitment to strengthening national energy security, AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo S Brawner Jr, led the conduct of monitoring patrol and site visit within the Joint Task Force (JTF) Malampaya area of responsibility to assess the security posture and operational readiness in safeguarding the Malampaya Natural Gas Power Project, one of the country’s most critical energy infrastructures within the West Philippine Sea on January 23.

AFP Chief Joins Top Defense Leaders in Honolulu Forum on Indo-Pacific Security

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City -- General Romeo S. Brawner Jr., the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) joined senior defense leaders at the Honolulu Defense Forum on January 13, where he participated in a high-level panel discussion on the evolving security landscape in the Indo-Pacific region.

NEW BLOOD, SAME GRIT |

The Marine Battalion Landing Team 9 officially welcomed its newest Privates in a traditional incorporation ceremony on January 13, 2026, in Puerto Princesa City. More than just a warm welcome, the symbolic handshake marks their transition from trainees to brothers-in-arms, ready to uphold the proud legacy of the Corps.

Commanding Officer LTCOL ROMMEL M GELI PN(M) set the bar high, reminding the troops that their new ranks are fueled by humility and discipline. "Promotion isn’t a trophy; it’s a call to duty," he emphasized, charging the personnel to lead with accountability as they take on greater responsibilities in the unit’s mission.

Photos by: Pvt Angelo I Morales PN(M)

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