GUEST COLUMNIST As the nation observed the solemnity of Holy Week, a profound period of reflection and renewal for many Filipinos, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reaffirmed its commitment not only to defend the nation’s sovereignty, but also to uphold the values that make its...
The Philippine government's plans to modernize its military and acquire additional assets are not intended to target any specific country, Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said. Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro (RTMV) Castro said this after Philippine Ambassador to the...
Senators on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 welcomed the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ (AFP) move to prepare for China’s possible invasion of Taiwan, which could affect close to 300,000 Filipinos that are currently living in the self-governing island. Map of Taiwan (MB file photo) This...
GUEST COLUMNIST The recent statement by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), emphasizing its steadfast commitment to constitutional neutrality, arrives at a critical juncture amid heightened political discussions and public scrutiny. This affirmation is timely and vital, underscoring...
Soldiers have no business interfering in political activities, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said on Thursday, March 27, amid calls for military intervention following the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte. In a statement, the AFP said it will remain focused on its duty of...
Malacañang has echoed Senate President Francis Escudero's sentiment over the constant appeal of the Duterte camp to the country's security force in every issue involving their family. Former president Rodrigo Duterte (left), Vice President Sara Duterte (Facebook) Palace Press Officer and...
United States Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Pete Hegseth delivers recorded remarks at the Pentagon, March 20, 2025. (Photo courtesy: Air Force Senior Airman Madelyn Keech, DOD) The upcoming visit of United States Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Pete Hegseth to the country later this...
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero on Monday, March 24 expressed his belief that members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) should remain apolitical and committed to their duties and responsibilities to the nation. Escudero...
Lanao del Sur 1st district Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong (left), La Union 1st district Rep. Paolo Ortega V (PPAB) The Philippine National Police (PNP) and Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) for that matter should ensure the mental fitness...
Vice President Sara Duterte lambasted the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Thursday, March 20, for allowing the arrest of her father, former president Rodrigo Duterte, on the basis of a foreign tribunal warrant. Vice President Sara Duterte addresses the supporters of former president...
AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla (Photo: Martin Sadongdong / MANILA BULLETIN) If you ever see posts on social media that a soldier has resigned from the military service to express solidarity with arrested former president Rodrigo Duterte, do not believe them right away. Thus, said...
BARRACKS AND STRATEGY The 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Los Baños, celebrated on Feb. 23, 2025, at the Baker Memorial Hall, UP Los Baños, was more than a commemoration—it was a solemn tribute to one of the most daring and successful rescue operations in World War II. As one of the...
