TRADOC Commander Gen. Paul Funk wants to include the latest data from Ukraine conflict. "Why would we not take advantage of that just for some timeline?" he said.
(Photo courtesy of AFP) MANILA - Air Force Maj. Gen. Rene S. Diaz, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) deputy chief of staff for logistics or OJ-4, formally retired from the service on Thursday after more than 34 years in service. In a statement Friday, the AFP honored Diaz's role in the construction and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities that improved the living conditions of troops stationed in remote detachments and stations in the West Philippine Sea. He likewise oversaw the completion of 13 major defense procurements under the AFP Modernization Program. This included the 16 S-70i "Black Hawk" combat utility helicopters, 12 155mm self-propelled howitzers, and 15 armored mortar carriers. AFP deputy chief-of-staff Vice Admiral Rommel Anthony Reyes, who presided during the joint retirement and turnover ceremony held at the Tejeros Hall, Commissioned Officers Club in Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, said these accomplishments are a reflection of Diaz's experti
(Photo courtesy of Philippine Army) MANILA - The Philippine Army (PA) and the US Army Pacific (USARPAC) formally started the 20-day "Salaknib" Exercise that aims to deepen interoperability between the two armies at the 1st Brigade Combat Team (BCT) headquarters in Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija last March 5. "Salaknib demonstrates the long-standing partnership between PA and USARPAC," USARPAC deputy chief Maj. Gen. Matthew McFarlane, the guest of honor and speaker said in his speech, which was sent to reporters on Sunday. "Salaknib", which means shield in Ilocano, is an annual bilateral combined exercise that aims to enhance the defense readiness of Filipino and American troops by developing tactical interoperability. The 2022 edition of "Salaknib" focuses on the capability development of the 1st Brigade Combat Team (1BCT), the PA's primary combined arms, and rapid deployment unit. US soldiers and Philippine Army troops from 1BCT, Training and D
United States Army Pacific (USARPAC) commander Gen. Charles Flynn(left) and Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Andres Centino (right). (Photo courtesy of AFP) MANILA - United States Army Pacific (USARPAC) commander Gen. Charles Flynn met with Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief Gen. Andres Centino to discuss matters of mutual concern between the two services. The meeting took place at AFP headquarters in Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City on Monday. "The two military leaders discussed cooperation on capability development, joint training, and security matters of mutual concern," AFP public affairs office chief, Col. Jerry Baclor said in a statement. The USARPAC is set to conduct the "Salaknib" exercises with the Philippine Army (PA) on March 5 to 24 in various areas in Central Luzon. "Salaknib" is an annual Army-to-Army bilateral training exercise to enhance defense readiness and interoperability between PA and USARPAC. The participants are