Official Philippine Army Press Release

Press Release No. 03-053

Date Released: 05 January 2010


Army Chief Ensures a More Responsive and Capable Army


FORT BONIFACIO, Metro Manila - Army chief Lt Gen Delfin N Bangit conferred with the General Staff Officers and key officers of the Philippine Army yesterday, January 4, with the intention to analyze the current situation of the Army organization and discuss programs and measures for a more responsive, professional, and capable Army.

Speaking before the key officers of the Philippine Army, Lt Gen Bangit once again reiterated the need to develop a sense of urgency as the Philippine Army confronts the challenges that the year 2010 brings - meeting the deadline of making insurgency insignificant - in addition to its continuing mission to deliver lasting peace and development in the country.

In its efforts to continuously train, equip, and organize the Army organization, the Philippine Army has to keep pace with the redeployment of its forces due to operational requirement and situational development in some areas particularly in Southern Philippines. Several proactive measures were undertaken by the Philippine Army to better address the peace and security situation of the country which was proven to be effective as the Philippine Army maintained a winning stance particularly in the fight against insurgency.

To sustain the momentum this 2010, the Philippine Army’s efforts are geared towards institutionalization of responsive support programs in order to attain professional growth for a more capable and responsive Army. #