Marcos leads AFP command conference ahead of Brawner's retirement

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Tuesday led the command conference of the Armed Forces of the Philippines for the first semester of the year — the last one to be attended by outgoing AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jr.

In a press release issued by the Presidential Communications Office, the AFP presented to President Marcos its accomplishments and operational updates under the military’s campaign plan during the command conference in Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.

As Commander-in-Chief, President Marcos was briefed on the progress of the AFP’s ongoing operations, strategic plans, and key programs to achieve a resilient and secure archipelago through coordinated national efforts.

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“The conference underscores the administration’s continued commitment to supporting a modern, capable, and mission-ready Armed Forces that upholds national sovereignty, protects the country’s territorial integrity, and helps ensure lasting peace and security for all Filipinos,” the PCO said.

AFP officials also presented the military’s accomplishments over the past year and outlined its priorities, initiatives, and operational objectives for the future.

The command conference serves as the AFP’s “campaign review,” during which the military reports to the President on the implementation of its campaign plan, assesses operational gains, and discusses strategies to address emerging security challenges.

The conference was attended by the AFP’s senior leadership from across the country, along with Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr.

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It was Brawner’s last command conference, as he is set to retire on July 20, after more than 41 years in military service.

Brawner is the first AFP chief to complete a fixed three-year term under Republic Act No. 11939.

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President Marcos has yet to finalize a successor to the 58-year-old Brawner.

But Malacañang said Marcos is looking for a “trustworthy, patriotic, God-fearing and hardworking” military chief who prioritizes the welfare of the nation. /mr

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