WMC-FLE activated to replace Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines

From the Philippine News Agency (Mar 3): WMC-FLE activated to replace Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines

The Western Mindanao Command has activated its WMC-Forward Liaison Elements (FLE) to replace Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines (JSOFT-P) which was officially deactivated last Feb. 24.

This was disclosed by WMC spokesperson Capt. Rowena Muyuela in a statement forwarded Tuesday.

“The activation was made purposely to draw down forces as part of the realignment made by the Pacific Assessment Team wherein Western Mindanao Command Forward Liaison Elements (WMC-FLE) will serve as its replacement,” said JSOTF-P liaison officer Capt. Noni Balboa.

The WMC-FLE is composed of special operations personnel from the US Army, Navy, and Marines whose primary function focuses on the humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

“It is our pleasure to assist the Philippine Government, especially on national development projects and other major supports being extended since our existence in year 2002, such as the construction of the circumferential road and schools in Basilan, the renovation of Zamboanga City International Airport, and the ongoing construction of the Camp Navarro General Hospital’s pavilion for the soldiers who are wounded in action,” said Balboa.

JSOFT-P was established in January 2002.

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