41D AFP remains steadfast to mission, bares 2015 accomplishments

From the Philippine Information Agency (Dec 4): 41D AFP remains steadfast to mission, bares 2015 accomplishments

To show that that they remain steadfast and committed in their mission of establishing resilient security and investment conditions,  attainment of lasting peace and stability, social progress and economic development in Caraga and Northern Mindanao, the 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (4ID, AFP) bared their accomplishments for the year 2015.

4ID commander MGen. Oscar Lactao said during a press conference held in the city that the AFP together with other government agencies are continually undertaking better ways and means to accomplish their mission and that they are bringing the government closer to the people and converging everyone through the whole-of-nation approach.

The said approach coves five governance aspects which is collaborative work for local and national government agencies: (1) Security (AFP, PNP) which aims to provide services that impact on physical security/safety; (2) Governance (LGUs, DILG, NCIP) which promotes good governance in local areas; (3)  Legal (DOJ, NCIP) which aims to deliver justice to constituents; (4) Development (DPWH, DAR, DOE, TESDA, DENR, DA, DOST, DAR) which promotes and improves socio-economic standing of the communities; (5) Social Protection (DepEd, PhilHealth, DSWD, DOH) which aims to provide immediate support in health, education and social welfare.

“All of these efforts are proofs that the government is doing its share in providing development and social protection to the people especially to isolated areas,” Lactao said.

 He also bared that one of their undertakings was that out of eight provinces in their area of responsibility, four of those were already declared conflict manageable areas and ready for further developments.

“Camiguin, Dinagat Islands, Misamis Oriental and Suigao del Norte are conflict manageable areas while only four remaining provinces are undergoing normalization process,” Lactao added.

Furthermore, for the whole year, the AFP had a total record of 126 NPA captured, died during combat operation and surrendered. While 269 assorted firearms were recovered.

“We need to collectively address the culture of violence and the senseless armed struggle. For those still bearing arms, we enjoin you to come down and rejoin the mainstream of our society. And we call on all stakeholders to solve this problem and work hand in hand the Bayanihan way,” Lactao said.

Quoting the AFP IPSP “Bayanihan,” Lactao added that “Peace and security can be fully achieved through the concerted and united efforts of all stakeholders.

http://news.pia.gov.ph/article/view/3021449195083/41d-afp-remains-steadfast-to-mission-bares-2015-accomplishments