NEWS

Empowered BARMM chiefs, cooperation with military key in peace success

News Blog 11 June 2023

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City-–The Armed Forces of the Philippines, through the Western Mindanao Command, attributed the successful Regional Peace and Order Council (RPOC) meeting on June 10 in Maimbung, Sulu to the whole-of-nation approach as it empowered local government units (LGUs) to spearhead peace and development efforts in their provinces.

"The meet, which for the first time was held in Sulu, was due to the cooperation of Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) political and spiritual leaders' embracing their responsibility to maintain peace and security in the region," said LTC Enrico Gil Ileto, Chief of the Public Affairs Office, AFP.

"The conduct of conventional and non-conventional military activities also helped significantly reduce threats and raised trust between the government and the local communities," he added.

The meeting was attended by various national and local leaders. It has served as a forum for thoughtful discussion and strategic planning aimed at fostering peace, stability, and progress across the region.

BARMM holds historic first RPOC meeting in Sulu

News Blog 10 June 2023

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City--The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) holds its Regional Peace and Order Council (RPOC) meeting in Maimbung, Sulu today, June 10, with the different BARMM provincial officials in attendance.

The RPOC is the first to be held in Sulu and marks the significant improvements in the security situation in the area, alongside the unity of the different provincial governors of BARMM in implementing their peace and order programs.

RETIREMENT CEREMONY | BGen Calambuhay

News Blog 10 June 2023

The Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, AJ3, BGen Glenn Jun C Calambuhay PA delivers his valedictory address during the Retirement Ceremony in his honor as he officially wrapped up his active military service on June 09 at the Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo in Quezon City. The Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, J3, MGen Fernando M Reyeg PA served as the Presiding Officer during the ceremony where he thanked BGen Calambuhay for his contributions to the Armed Forces of the Philippines. “After years of loyal service to the AFP, I am sure you feel an immense sense of pride for dedicating so much time and effort to the organization. The AFP is truly grateful for your sacrifices. Thank you for your service to our nation,” said MGen Reyeg./// (Photo by Pfc Carmerlotes PN(M), PAOAFP)

AFP joins 2nd Quarter National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill

News Blog 08 June 2023

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) participated in the conduct of the 2nd Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) today, June 08 here at the General Headquarters.

AFP Officers, Enlisted Personnel, and Civilian Human Resources performed the Duck, Cover and Hold procedure at their respective units and offices.

Col Baclor cedes public affairs chief post to LtCol Ileto

News Blog 08 June 2023

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City--Col Jorry Baclor, the Chief of the Public Affairs Office AFP (PAOAFP), relinquished his post to LtCol Enrico Gil Ileto in a Change of Chief of Office Ceremony on June 8 at the General Headquarters here with The Deputy Chief of Staff AFP, LtGen Charlton Sean Gaerlan, as the presiding officer.

Col Baclor held the post since November 2021 and has since led the AFP’s public affairs campaigns in internal security operations, international defense and security engagements, humanitarian assistance and disaster response, and the AFP Transformation Roadmap and modernization program.