PH, US troops start annual 'Salaknib' exercise
(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...
Source: philippinetimes.com