FORT BONIFACIO, Metro Manila -The Philippine Army formally activated the 11th Infantry “Alakdan” Division in a ceremony presided by President Rodrigo R. Duterte, together with Lt. Gen. Macairog S. Alberto, Army Commanding General on Monday, December 17, 2018 at covered court, Kuta H...eneral Teofilo Bautista, Brgy Busbus, Jolo, Sulu.
In line with the directive of President Duterte, the Philippine Army established provisionally the 11ID which took effect on December 1, 2018. The creation of another Army Division aims to strengthen the AFP’s current troop’s deployment in Sulu as well as to have a permanent presence and dedicated force that will address the peace and order problem in the area.
For years, Sulu and its adjacent areas of Basilan and Tawi-tawi are known to be the bulwark of the Abu Sayyaf Group wherein rampant terroristic activities such as kidnapping, bombing, assassination, and sea jacking occurs. The AFP has been relentless in curbing this problem and significantly attained numerous tactical victories over this terrorist group. However, they remain resilient due to the evolving traits of terrorism which became global in nature.
The Philippine Army in relation to this phenomenon endeavors to modify its force structure since 2016. Its goal is to continue to be adaptive in order to remain relevant and responsive to the challenges of both traditional and non-traditional threats.
Apparently, the activation coincided with the ratification by joint congress of the extension of Martial Law in Mindanao. These events provided a positive response to the clamor of the local chief executives, religious sector and peace loving people of Mindanao, particularly from Sulu to have a permanent unit dedicated to contain the threat situation and finally would bring normalcy in the area.
President Duterte officiated the symbolic unfurling of unit color, the Army’s traditional way of recognizing the birth of a new unit and commencement of its given mission. The event was also highlighted by the assumption of Brig. Gen. Divino Rey C. Pabayo as the Commander of the new Division.
The newly activated 11ID, like other Army Divisions will be comprised of basic maneuver elements, combat support and service support components.
Lt. Gen. Alberto, in his message to the troops said “your distinct gallantry and heroism in the fight against terrorism and insurgency was already ingrained in the hearts and minds of every Filipinos. As we intensify our effort to finally address the security concern in this corner of our country, I assure everyone that the Philippine Army is in better position now to provide the necessary combat essential tools so that you could better accomplish your task”.
“Amidst complexities, I guarantee the “Sulu-anon” that the 11ID composed of professional soldiers will do their very best to bring normalcy and tranquillity in the area,” Lt Gen Alberto added.
The Philippine Army in pursuit of institutional transformation shall always adapt as formidable force in the fast-changing operational environment to be more responsive and capable of serving the people and securing the land.# OACPA
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