From the Visayan Daily Star (Oct 14): 47IB strengthening capability skills
The 450-strong 47 th Infantry Battalion deployed in southern Negros is undergoing a two-month unit enhancement training at Camp Macario Peralta in Jamindan, Capiz, in a bid to enhance the skills of its members in the non-conventional warfare setting.
Soldiers of the 47IB were pulled out from southern Negros in previous months to undergo re-training, as part of the Philippine Army's program to sharpen their skills in performing mandated tasks.
Maj. Rey Tiongson, 3 rd Infantry Division spokesman, said the 47IB is expected to be back in Negros, after completion of its training on Oct. 30.
The areas temporarily vacated by the 47IB are being occupied by the 79 th IB. Both infantry units are under the supervision of the 302 nd Infantry Brigade stationed in Tanjay City, Negros Oriental.
The training is conducted annually by the 3ID as part of the Army's capability enhancement plan. It also introduces new strategies for use in anti-insurgency operations.
Lt. Col. Pompeyo Jason Almagro commands the 47IB.
The 3ID will also receive brand new M4 carbine assault rifles soon, for issuance to its 5,000 troopers assigned in Negros, Panay and Cebu.
http://www.visayandailystar.com/2015/October/14/negor4.htm
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