The Capiz-based 3rd Infantry Division has deployed a unit
consisting of nine officers and 257 enlisted personnel to help in the ongoing
security preparations for Pope Francis' visit to Leyte
on Jan. 17.
Lt. Col. Jonathan Gayas, 3rd Infantry Division spokesperson,
said the contingent is headed by Lt. Col. Marion Sison.
He added that these troops shall serve as augmentation to
the Joint Task Force “Pope” created by the Central Command to conduct security
operations and assist in the maintenance of peace and order and ensure the
safety and successful visit of Pope Francis in Tacloban and Palo, Leyte .
The Pontiff and his entourage will be in the Philippines
"As the only predominantly Catholic country in Asia , Filipino devotees are very eager to meet and see
the Pope in person. During his stay in the country, the Pope will also visit
the victims of super typhoon 'Yolanda' in Tacloban
City and Palo, Leyte ,"
Gayas said.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?idn=1&sid=&nid=1&rid=722382
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