No new army head yet as Brawner takes on AFP chief role

From CNN Philippines (Jul 20, 2023): No new army head yet as Brawner takes on AFP chief role (By CNN Philippines Staff)

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Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, July 20) — No one has been tagged yet to take on the role of commanding general of the Philippine Army, a post to be vacated by Lt. Gen. Romeo Brawner, who is set to be sworn in as Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief of staff, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro said Thursday.

"Wala pa, wala pa [No one, there's no one yet], that has to be deliberated upon by the board of generals and the president is still considering his replacement," Teodoro said in a press conference.

The Palace announced Brawner's new role on Wednesday, succeeding Gen. Andres Centino who was appointed by president Ferdinand Marcos earlier this year.

Centino said he leaves behind a "a disciplined, determined and dedicated armed forces capable to address all threats."

He added he leaves the service fulfilled and content.

In a separate statement, the AFP said it welcomes the news of Brawner's appointment.

"The 145,000-strong AFP shall support the incoming CSAFP who has proven his sterling leadership and excellent performance of assigned tasks in the field of AFP operations, modernization and transformation.," said AFP spokesperson Col Medel Aguilar.

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