Soldiers reaffirm oaths to AFP code of conduct

From the Visayan Daily Star (Oct 29, 2019): Soldiers reaffirm oaths to AFP code of conduct

Army soldiers led by Brig. Gen. Benedict Arevalo yesterday reaffirmed their oath to the AFP Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards at Camp Maj. Nelson Gerona in Brgy Minoyan, Murcia, Negros Occidental, in an activity simultaneously held by all AFP units nationwide.

Arevalo said the AFP Code of Conduct is the bible of AFP soldiers for them to follow the core values of honor, valor, duty, solidarity and loyalty to the Constitution.

He added that the activity aims to remind every soldier to observe and conform to the accepted principles of right conduct.

The activity was highlighted with the reading of the message of the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Gen. Noel Clement, which states that: “The AFP Code of Conduct is the cornerstone that firmly grounds the AFP to the character and desired values which fundamentally mold our institution to a professional armed forces that our country trusts and take prides in.

“A strong foundation that is anchored on the commitment of every member of the AFP to walk with the highest conduct of decorum and integrity”, Arevalo also said

“Often, we are faced with crucial circumstances that require us to decide with discernment – circumstances that are sometimes in the gray area and stands on the thin line of what can be good or bad. The best decision does not rely on what is merely popular, political or safe. Hence, always choose to do what is right”, the statement of the AFP chief, as read by Arevalo, said.

It also urged every soldier to cooperate and contribute in fostering a moral climate that offers no place for corruption, transcends through generations, and abounds in the way of life of every member of the AFP.




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