Army's Islamic summit brings 'stronger' partnership with gov't Philippine Information Agency 10 May 2021, 16:38 GMT+10 LEGAZPI CITY (PIA) - The 9th Civil Military Operation (CMO) Kaagapay Batallion of the Philippine Army, takes a leap higher in bringing stronger linkages between Bicolano Muslim community and government agencies. In April, the battalion conducted first Islamic leadership summit in Bicol. This aims to educate the participants on the importance of building a relationship with other communities and government institutions. Battalion Executive Officer Major Eric A. Estidola said Thursday, that the conference is an avenue to prevent Muslims from Communist Party of the Philippine-New People's Army- National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF), Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) deceptions, recruitments and violent extremism.