CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City—The Armed Forces of the Philippines and the US Indo-Pacific Command conducted maritime tactical exercises as part of the three-day maritime cooperative activity (MCA) in the West Philippine Sea on November 23.

Two vessels of the Philippine Navy, the BRP Jose Rizal and BRP Gregorio Del Pilar, performed cross deck operations, officer of the watch maneuvers, and publication and communication exercises with the USS Gabrielle Giffords. The MCA is expected to conclude at 6 p.m. today with the USS Giffords breaking off west of mainland Palawan.

The MCA is an approved activity of the Mutual Defense Board-Security Engagement Board and within the framework of the PH-US Mutual Defense Treaty. It was aimed at testing protocols and further enhancing interoperability between the AFP and USINDOPACOM.

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CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City – The Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines (CSAFP), General Romeo S Brawner Jr PA joined the 86th Anniversary Celebration of the Chaplain Service, AFP (CHS AFP) on November 23 at the General Headquarters.

The CSAFP commended the CHS AFP for its role as the “Core and the Moral Force of Incalculable Value in Providing Qualitative Enhancement of Values in the AFP.”

“As military officers and religious leaders, your guidance and leadership have a profound impact on the beliefs and identity of our uniformed and non-uniformed personnel. Your open-mindedness and respect for the beliefs and practices of others contribute to inclusivity and harmony, essential elements for promoting peace and development in our country,” said General Brawner Jr.///

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CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City—The Communications, Electronics, and Information Systems Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (CEISSAFP), the unit charged with providing effective and secure command and control infrastructure in the military, celebrated its 25th founding anniversary on November 23. 

General Romeo Brawner Jr, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, graced the event where he lauded CEISSAFP’s innovation and dedication in performing its vital role in the AFP’s mission. 

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City — The Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines, General Romeo S Brawner Jr PA recognized the achievements of the United Nations Military Observers and Peacekeeping Force Staff Officers, 19th Asian Games Sepaktakraw Bronze Medalists, and the AFP Women’s Volleyball Team in a ceremony conducted on November 24 at the General Headquarters. 

The AFP Chief congratulated the awardees and encouraged them to continue fostering a competitive spirit and inspiring others to strive for greatness in their respective fields to actively contribute to the protection and security of the nation.