Senate Bill 1849 authored by Sen. Jinggoy Estrada limits to five key officers the maximum tour of duty – three years for the AFP Chief of Staff; two years for the commanding general of major services and the PMA superintendent.

Senate passes bill amending tour of duty of AFP officers

The Armed Forces of the Philippines honored and gave importance to military reservists during a media briefing at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City last Friday, September 22. Maj. Gen. Joseph Ferrous Cuison, commander of Naval Reserve Command; Maj. Gen. Joel Alejandro Nacnac, Deputy Chief of Staff for Reservist and Retiree Affairs and Commander, and Maj. Gen. Elpidio Talja of the Air Force Reserve Command, paid tribute to reservists who compliment national security and exhorted them to continue to dedicate themselves as the base of expansion of the regular force in the event of war, invasion or rebellion, and to assist in relief and rescue during disasters or calamities, in socio-economic development and in operation and maintenance of essential government or private utilities.

NATIONAL RESERVISTS WEEK

FALLEN HEROES. Air Force officers carry the flag-draped caskets of FA-50 fighter pilots Maj. Jude Salang-Oy and 1st Lt. April John Dadulla upon arrival at Colonel Jesus Villamor Air Base in Pasay City on Saturday (March 8, 2025). In recognition of their courage and selfless service, the two military pilots were posthumously awarded the Distinguished Aviation Cross, the highest honor for valor and exceptional contributions to military aviation. (PNA photo by Joan Bondoc)

Armed Forces officials honor fallen pilots

CAMP VICENTE LUKBAN, Catbalogan City, Samar – In a ceremony that resonates with hope and determination, the 8th Infantry “Stormtroopers” Division of the Philippine Army publicly lauded the 42nd Infantry “Tagapagtanggol” Battalion for its commendable efforts against Communist Terrorist Groups (CTGs) during its nearly two-year stint as an Operational Control (OPCON) unit.

42nd Infantry Battalion cited for gains in Eastern Visayas

“If there is a conflict between the Philippines and a foreign enemy, are you ready to fight for your country?”

Most Pinoys willing to fight for country

The acquisition of 32 additional S-70i Black Hawk combat utility helicopters for the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) gives the Department of National Defense (DND) no worries as they are assured of spareparts.


Black Hawk chopper spareparts dealer Sikorsky signs exclusivity pact with Asian Aerospace

MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Sunday welcomed the results of the latest OCTA Research survey, which showed that 75 percent of adult Filipinos strongly trust the military, reflecting public confidence in its commitment to national security and service.

AFP hails high public trust, commitment to nat’l security

Terrorists Loses Grip on N. Samar Gov’t True To Promise

Terrorists Lose Grip on N. Samar Gov’t True To Promise

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), as well as militaries from the United States and four other nations have begun joint naval exercises off northern Luzon, facing Taiwan.

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