AFP, Aus Defense Force Chiefs meet to showcase PH-Aus close ties; aim to conduct more exercises

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City – AFP Chief, General Romeo S Brawner Jr. welcomed the Chief of the Australian Defense Force, General Angus Campbell in a Courtesy Call here at the General Headquarters today, August 29. 

In consonance with the Indo-Pacific Endeavor 2023/Exercise ALON, the two military leaders discussed the Philippines and Australia's partnership and their hopes to conduct more exercises that will help in the development of both nations' Armed Forces. 

IPE23 “ALON” closing ceremony


 
QUEZON CITY - The Philippines-Australia (PHL-Aus) Exercise ALON 2023 closing ceremony was held at Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo in Quezon City on August 29, 2023.
 
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)-Australian Defence Force (ADF) bilateral amphibious training activity known as “ALON” or “waves” was conducted for the first time and forms part of Australia’s Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2023 (IPE23).

National Daily, AFP collaborate for Outstanding Filipino Soldiers recognition on Heroes Day

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City – In commemoration of National Heroes Day yesterday, the Armed Forces of the Philippines in collaboration with the Manila Times, conducted a tribute to soldiers to recognize ten Outstanding Filipino soldiers for their contributions and sacrifices in pursuit of national peace and development. 
 
“The partnership between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and The Manila Times for the Tribute to the Soldiers is a fitting testimony and affirmation of the importance of every soldier’s sacrifice and dedication. The story of our nation is woven from the many stories of our soldiers’ undaunted gallantry and uncommon service, all in pursuit of national peace and development,” said AFP Chief, General Romeo S Brawner Jr. 

PH Navy welcomes visiting JMSDF Izumo and Samidare

The Philippine Navy extended good will to visiting Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force vessels JS Izumo (DDH-183), the lead ship of the Izumo-class multipurpose operation destroyer and JS Samidare (DD-106), a Murasame-class destroyer on August 24, 2023.
 
JMSDF ships Izumo and Samidare passed close aboard of BRP Davao del Sur (LD602) in the waters off Zambales and rendered Passing Honors with their personnel Manning The Rail. LD602 responds and salutes back, with personnel aboard waving at the visiting Japanese counterparts.
 
Story by: NPAO
Photos by: S1PH Dawnsri Ramiso PN / BRP Davao del Sur (LD602)

NATIONAL HEROES DAY 2023

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) participated in the commemoration of National Heroes Day today, August 28, at the Libingan ng mga Bayani in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. as the Guest of Honor and Speaker.
 
Led by the AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo S Brawner Jr PA, our soldiers came together to pay tribute to our noble heroes whose steadfast dedication and selfless sacrifice have left an enduring imprint on the history of the country.
 
The event was highlighted by a wreath-laying ceremony, a solemn act honoring those who have devoted their lives to the service of the nation.
(Photos by Pfc Carmelotes PN(M), PAOAFP)

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