From InterAksyon (Nov 14): ‘Red tagging’ of ‘Lawin’ responders slammed
Environmental and disaster response groups blasted the military’s “persisting harassment and surveillance” of relief workers who came to the aid of people affected by typhoon “Lawin” in Cagayan and Nueva Vizcaya provinces.
Alay Bayan-Luson Inc. executive director Lorena Villanueva said in a statement that their relief operations, including the distribution of food and clothing, and medical missions, had been “greatly delated due to incessant stalking and persecution by the” Armed Forces of the Philippines.
“Armed men have been following us for several days as we scour communities affected by Lawin,” Villanueva said as she noted that “this wasn`t the first time we have been (subjected to) the AFP`s red-tagging and harassment tactics. ″
ABI is the nongovernmental organization once headed by Dutchman Willem Geertman who was murdered in July 2012 by gunmen believed to be soldiers. Before his death, Geertman and the ABI had been openly accused by the military of acting as “fronts” for communist rebels.
Villanueva said ABI workers had reported the military “spying on their daily operations, listing names and questioning their community members,” as well as “spreading black propaganda” in the villages they went to.
The most recent incident, she said, was on November 4 when “a certain Lieutenant Cruz of the 7th Infantry Division in Tarlac (phoned) one of the ABI staff” and inquired about the group’s address and the nature of its work.
She said these incidents had prompted them to put their humanitarian work on hold, denying beneficiaries, particularly members of the Bugkalot tribe, of their assistance.
Frances Quimpo, executive director of the Center for Environmental Concerns, which works closely with ABI, lamented the continued harassment even under the Duterte administration, which has resumed formal peace talks with communist rebels.
“It is upsetting to think that in the face of the Peace talks between the Government of the Republic of the Philippines and the National Democratic Front, these military aggressions against communities and individuals still occur,” Quimpo said.
http://www.interaksyon.com/article/134293/red-tagging-of-lawin-responders-slammed
Monday, November 14, 2016
Bayan calls for massive protests to dissuade Duterte from allowing Marcos burial at Libingan
From InterAksyon (Nov 14): Bayan calls for massive protests to dissuade Duterte from allowing Marcos burial at Libingan
The Bagong Alyansang Makabayan called on Monday for widespread demonstrations across the country in the hope these will dissuade President Rodrigo Duterte from pushing through with the burial of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.
“Should the burial proceed anytime this year, all roads will lead to the LNMB in what would be a national day of rage and remembering,” Bayan secretary general Renato Reyes Jr. said in a statement.
And even if it does not, “the fight to uphold the judgement of history must continue, wherever the dictator may be interred,” he said.
The protests, said Reyes, “will hold to account Duterte and his alliance with and rehabilitation of the Marcoses” and at the same time “drive home the statement that the people will never forget the crimes of the dictatorship.”
They should “likewise be an indictment of our bankrupt political system which has continuously rewarded plunderers and rights violators,” he added.
Reyes also said the protests would be an opportunity for “history lessons … discussion groups and teach-ins” on the streets as “part of the continuing education of the current generation on the crimes and abuses of Martial Law.”
He called on “people from all walks of life to make a stand for truth and justice.”
http://www.interaksyon.com/article/134289/bayan-calls-for-massive-protests-to-dissuade-duterte-from-allowing-marcos-burial-at-libingan
The Bagong Alyansang Makabayan called on Monday for widespread demonstrations across the country in the hope these will dissuade President Rodrigo Duterte from pushing through with the burial of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.
“Should the burial proceed anytime this year, all roads will lead to the LNMB in what would be a national day of rage and remembering,” Bayan secretary general Renato Reyes Jr. said in a statement.
And even if it does not, “the fight to uphold the judgement of history must continue, wherever the dictator may be interred,” he said.
The protests, said Reyes, “will hold to account Duterte and his alliance with and rehabilitation of the Marcoses” and at the same time “drive home the statement that the people will never forget the crimes of the dictatorship.”
They should “likewise be an indictment of our bankrupt political system which has continuously rewarded plunderers and rights violators,” he added.
Reyes also said the protests would be an opportunity for “history lessons … discussion groups and teach-ins” on the streets as “part of the continuing education of the current generation on the crimes and abuses of Martial Law.”
He called on “people from all walks of life to make a stand for truth and justice.”
http://www.interaksyon.com/article/134289/bayan-calls-for-massive-protests-to-dissuade-duterte-from-allowing-marcos-burial-at-libingan
Duterte says if Islamic State comes to Philippines, forget human rights
From InterAksyon (Nov 14): Duterte says if Islamic State comes to Philippines, forget human rights
President Rodrigo Duterte warned on Monday that Islamic State militants driven out of Syria and Iraq could set up in his country, and if that happened he would forego human rights obligations to keep his people safe.
Duterte said the southern Philippine province of Mindanao was already a hotbed of rebellion and banditry and he was worried about "looming terrorism" and an influx of extremists who could exploit the insecurity.
"Once the terrorists of the Middle East are deprived of the land area, the real estate area where they can sleep ... they will wander to other places and they will come here and we have to prepare for that," he said during a speech at the 80th founding anniversary of the National Bureau of Investigation.
"Remember, these guys, they do not have an iota of what is human rights, believe me. I will not just simply allow my people to be slaughtered for the sake of human rights, that's bullshit."
Human rights have been a touchy subject for Duterte, who has vented daily fury at activists and Western governments that have shown concerns about his war on drugs and the high death toll.
A native of Mindanao and mayor of Davao City for 22 years, Duterte said there was a "very strong" Islamist rebellion there and Abu Sayyaf rebels were taking hostages almost every day.
Abu Sayyaf is holding 21 captives, most of them foreign, and despite an ongoing military offensive to wipe them out, its piracy and kidnappings continue unabated.
Duterte said the Philippines, Indonesia and Malaysia were working closely to keep foreign extremists at bay.
On Friday, he warned that he may use his executive power to tackle lawlessness in the Philippines by suspending habeas corpus, a legal safeguard against arbitrary arrest and detention.
The constitution allows 60-day suspensions "in case of invasion or rebellion, when the public safety requires it" and would permit arrests without warrant and detention without charge for three days.
Duterte mentioned habeas corpus on Friday in the context of both the southern unrest and his war on drugs and said building cases for arresting suspects took too much time and resources.
The president's office on Monday issued a statement saying Duterte was giving a stern warning to those behind violent acts that he could take "more drastic action" to stop them.
http://www.interaksyon.com/article/134307/duterte-says-if-islamic-state-comes-to-philippines-forget-human-rights
President Rodrigo Duterte warned on Monday that Islamic State militants driven out of Syria and Iraq could set up in his country, and if that happened he would forego human rights obligations to keep his people safe.
Duterte said the southern Philippine province of Mindanao was already a hotbed of rebellion and banditry and he was worried about "looming terrorism" and an influx of extremists who could exploit the insecurity.
"Once the terrorists of the Middle East are deprived of the land area, the real estate area where they can sleep ... they will wander to other places and they will come here and we have to prepare for that," he said during a speech at the 80th founding anniversary of the National Bureau of Investigation.
"Remember, these guys, they do not have an iota of what is human rights, believe me. I will not just simply allow my people to be slaughtered for the sake of human rights, that's bullshit."
Human rights have been a touchy subject for Duterte, who has vented daily fury at activists and Western governments that have shown concerns about his war on drugs and the high death toll.
A native of Mindanao and mayor of Davao City for 22 years, Duterte said there was a "very strong" Islamist rebellion there and Abu Sayyaf rebels were taking hostages almost every day.
Abu Sayyaf is holding 21 captives, most of them foreign, and despite an ongoing military offensive to wipe them out, its piracy and kidnappings continue unabated.
Duterte said the Philippines, Indonesia and Malaysia were working closely to keep foreign extremists at bay.
On Friday, he warned that he may use his executive power to tackle lawlessness in the Philippines by suspending habeas corpus, a legal safeguard against arbitrary arrest and detention.
The constitution allows 60-day suspensions "in case of invasion or rebellion, when the public safety requires it" and would permit arrests without warrant and detention without charge for three days.
Duterte mentioned habeas corpus on Friday in the context of both the southern unrest and his war on drugs and said building cases for arresting suspects took too much time and resources.
The president's office on Monday issued a statement saying Duterte was giving a stern warning to those behind violent acts that he could take "more drastic action" to stop them.
http://www.interaksyon.com/article/134307/duterte-says-if-islamic-state-comes-to-philippines-forget-human-rights
MILF leadership calls for ceasefire among feuding commanders
From InterAksyon (Nov 15): MILF leadership calls for ceasefire among feuding commanders
MILF fighters (file photo by Dennis Arcon, InterAksyon.com)
The leadership of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front has appealed for a ceasefire among its commanders battling each other in Maguindanao and Lanao del Sur.
In Maguindanao, continuing hostilities between MILF units in the towns of Sultan sa Barongis, Datu Piang and Northern Kabuntalan, triggered by land disputes or clan feuds, or “rido,” have left at least six persons dead and four wounded, and displaced hundreds of families.
Hundreds more families have also fled fighting in Balindong, Lanao del Sur.
Ghadzali Jaafar, the MILF’s vice chairman for political affairs, said he was saddened by the internecine fighting and urged the feuding commanders to discuss their differences instead of resorting to violence.
But he also warned that the MILF leadership would not hesitate to take action on commanders who refuse to heed the call for a ceasefire.
The organization’s central committee has met to find ways to ease tensions.
http://www.interaksyon.com/article/134316/milf-leadership-calls-for-ceasefire-among-feuding-commanders
MILF fighters (file photo by Dennis Arcon, InterAksyon.com)
The leadership of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front has appealed for a ceasefire among its commanders battling each other in Maguindanao and Lanao del Sur.
In Maguindanao, continuing hostilities between MILF units in the towns of Sultan sa Barongis, Datu Piang and Northern Kabuntalan, triggered by land disputes or clan feuds, or “rido,” have left at least six persons dead and four wounded, and displaced hundreds of families.
Hundreds more families have also fled fighting in Balindong, Lanao del Sur.
Ghadzali Jaafar, the MILF’s vice chairman for political affairs, said he was saddened by the internecine fighting and urged the feuding commanders to discuss their differences instead of resorting to violence.
But he also warned that the MILF leadership would not hesitate to take action on commanders who refuse to heed the call for a ceasefire.
The organization’s central committee has met to find ways to ease tensions.
http://www.interaksyon.com/article/134316/milf-leadership-calls-for-ceasefire-among-feuding-commanders
TRADOC plants 2,000 non-fruit seedlings
From the Philippine Information Agency (Nov 15): TRADOC plants 2,000 non-fruit seedlings
CAMP O’DONNELL, Tarlac -- Personnel of the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) planted about 2,000 non-fruit seedlings on the occasion of the Army school’s 65th founding anniversary and in support to the National Greening Program.
TRADOC Commander Brigadier General Herminigildo Francisco Aquino said the trees planted inside their camp are for the benefit of the next generation.
“Trees play an important role in our lives. They provide food and shelter, improve air quality and aid in climate control. Someday, the trees that we plant will benefit future generations of soldiers who will pass the portals of TRADOC,” Aquino stressed.
Varieties that were planted include Mahogany, Narra, Kupang, and Banaba.
http://news.pia.gov.ph/article/view/3341479110510/tradoc-plants-2-000-non-fruit-seedlings
CAMP O’DONNELL, Tarlac -- Personnel of the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) planted about 2,000 non-fruit seedlings on the occasion of the Army school’s 65th founding anniversary and in support to the National Greening Program.
TRADOC Commander Brigadier General Herminigildo Francisco Aquino said the trees planted inside their camp are for the benefit of the next generation.
“Trees play an important role in our lives. They provide food and shelter, improve air quality and aid in climate control. Someday, the trees that we plant will benefit future generations of soldiers who will pass the portals of TRADOC,” Aquino stressed.
Varieties that were planted include Mahogany, Narra, Kupang, and Banaba.
http://news.pia.gov.ph/article/view/3341479110510/tradoc-plants-2-000-non-fruit-seedlings
DWDD: SEND-OFF CEREMONY | Bayanihan sa Barangay
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 14): SEND-OFF CEREMONY | Bayanihan sa Barangay
17IB, MASIN, ALCALA, Cagayan (DWDD) – The 17th Infantry (Do or Die) Battalion, 5th Infantry Division conducted the Opening and Send-Off Ceremony of the troops that will implement “Bayanihan sa Barangay” at Allacapan, Cagayan.
Cpt Rodolfo J Lucas (FA), the Executive Officer of 17IB and other Officers and Men of 17IB together with the Local Government Unit of Allacapan headed by Hon. Harry Florida, Municipal Mayor and P Chief Insp Rodel Tabulog, Chief of Police of Allacapan initiates the opening and send-off ceremony.
The Local Government Unit of Allacapan warmly welcomed the bayanihan teams and expressed their full support to the activity. The bayanihan activities will be conducted at the six (6) barangays of Allacapanl namely: Capanikian Norte, Capanikian Sur, Utan, Binobongan, Dalayap and Tubel.
2Lt Donabell R Rapi (CE), the Civil-Military Operations Officer of 17IB discussed the background of the bayanihan and explained its purpose. She said that their objective in conducting such bayanihan is to help the said barangays to live peacefully, facilitate its development, extend basic services, tie up to the other government agencies in bringing their programs and services, and help the PNP Allacapan in anti-drug campaign, anti-criminality and support to law enforcement.
Hon. Florida stressed out to his constituents that their (bayanihan teams) stay to their barangays doesn’t mean to conduct “militarization” but instead to conduct bayanihan sa barangay and support the PNP. He also assured the bayanihan teams for his full support to their endeavor.
The send-off ceremony were also witnessed by the Sangguniang Bayan of Allacapan, Barangay Captains of the other Barangays of the municipality, PNP and other stakeholders involved. 17IB / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/14/send-off-ceremony-bayanihan-sa-barangay/
17IB, MASIN, ALCALA, Cagayan (DWDD) – The 17th Infantry (Do or Die) Battalion, 5th Infantry Division conducted the Opening and Send-Off Ceremony of the troops that will implement “Bayanihan sa Barangay” at Allacapan, Cagayan.
Cpt Rodolfo J Lucas (FA), the Executive Officer of 17IB and other Officers and Men of 17IB together with the Local Government Unit of Allacapan headed by Hon. Harry Florida, Municipal Mayor and P Chief Insp Rodel Tabulog, Chief of Police of Allacapan initiates the opening and send-off ceremony.
The Local Government Unit of Allacapan warmly welcomed the bayanihan teams and expressed their full support to the activity. The bayanihan activities will be conducted at the six (6) barangays of Allacapanl namely: Capanikian Norte, Capanikian Sur, Utan, Binobongan, Dalayap and Tubel.
2Lt Donabell R Rapi (CE), the Civil-Military Operations Officer of 17IB discussed the background of the bayanihan and explained its purpose. She said that their objective in conducting such bayanihan is to help the said barangays to live peacefully, facilitate its development, extend basic services, tie up to the other government agencies in bringing their programs and services, and help the PNP Allacapan in anti-drug campaign, anti-criminality and support to law enforcement.
Hon. Florida stressed out to his constituents that their (bayanihan teams) stay to their barangays doesn’t mean to conduct “militarization” but instead to conduct bayanihan sa barangay and support the PNP. He also assured the bayanihan teams for his full support to their endeavor.
The send-off ceremony were also witnessed by the Sangguniang Bayan of Allacapan, Barangay Captains of the other Barangays of the municipality, PNP and other stakeholders involved. 17IB / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/14/send-off-ceremony-bayanihan-sa-barangay/
DWDD: AFP Statement on what actions have we taken on the soldiers in the “blue book”
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 10): AFP Statement on what actions have we taken on the soldiers in the “blue book”
Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, DWDD – Colonel Edgard Arevalo PN (M), Chief Public Affairs Office-Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) issues statement on the actions taken by the AFP on the soldiers included on the blue book or the list of personalities involved in illegal drugs.
Arevalo pointed the following:
Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, DWDD – Colonel Edgard Arevalo PN (M), Chief Public Affairs Office-Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) issues statement on the actions taken by the AFP on the soldiers included on the blue book or the list of personalities involved in illegal drugs.
Arevalo pointed the following:
- We are validating the names that appeared on the list as to their identities, and If they exist, their unit assignments. We have to be very diligent against jumping into hasty conclusion.
- In case there are soldiers in the list, we will have them investigated for the circumstances why their names are in that list.
- AFP Chief General Ricardo Visaya took the occasion to remind field commanders to be very circumspect in accepting any form of financial assistance or pledges of financial supports in their civil military operations projects with local government executives.
DWDD: SURRENDERS | Suspect in Davao Night Market Bombing Gives-up
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 10): SURRENDERS | Suspect in Davao Night Market Bombing Gives-up
CAMP GEN EMILIO AGUINALDO, Quezon City (DWDD) – A member of the group tresponsible for the Davao Night Market Bombing surrendered to authorities at 5:30 this morning.
In an exclusive interview by DWDD with Col Benjamin Hao, Philippine Army Public Affairs Officer, the suspect was identified as Jericho Javier De Roma alias Cocoy, 25 years old, a resident of Mandamas Compound, RH 10, Totabato City, and a member of the Dawla Islamiya Fi Cotabato – Maute Group.
Cocoy acted as driver of the group. Initial investigation revealed that there were more than a dozen personalities involved in the Davao bombing last Sept. 2.
The locations of the group hideouts were identified through the information relayed by an action agent and collaborated by the follow-up operations made after the arrest last Oct. 4 of the three suspects of the Davao bombing incident, namely, TJ Tagadaya Macabalang, Wendel Factural, and Musaili Mustapha.
Arrested during the follow-up operations were Mohammad Lalaog Chenikandiyil alias Datu Boi; Jackson Mangulamas Usi alias Abu Mansor/Jam; Zack Villanueva Lopez alias Haron, and; Ansan Abdulla Mamasapano alias Abu Hamsa.
“We will not stop until all involved in the Davao bombing incident last September are put in jail,” said Lt. Gen. Eduardo M. Año, the Army commander. “The Army will continue haunting other terrorists for the protection of the public and to serve justice.” AES / MCAG / OACPA
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/10/surrenders-suspect-in-davao-night-market-bombing-gives-up/
CAMP GEN EMILIO AGUINALDO, Quezon City (DWDD) – A member of the group tresponsible for the Davao Night Market Bombing surrendered to authorities at 5:30 this morning.
In an exclusive interview by DWDD with Col Benjamin Hao, Philippine Army Public Affairs Officer, the suspect was identified as Jericho Javier De Roma alias Cocoy, 25 years old, a resident of Mandamas Compound, RH 10, Totabato City, and a member of the Dawla Islamiya Fi Cotabato – Maute Group.
Cocoy acted as driver of the group. Initial investigation revealed that there were more than a dozen personalities involved in the Davao bombing last Sept. 2.
The locations of the group hideouts were identified through the information relayed by an action agent and collaborated by the follow-up operations made after the arrest last Oct. 4 of the three suspects of the Davao bombing incident, namely, TJ Tagadaya Macabalang, Wendel Factural, and Musaili Mustapha.
Arrested during the follow-up operations were Mohammad Lalaog Chenikandiyil alias Datu Boi; Jackson Mangulamas Usi alias Abu Mansor/Jam; Zack Villanueva Lopez alias Haron, and; Ansan Abdulla Mamasapano alias Abu Hamsa.
“We will not stop until all involved in the Davao bombing incident last September are put in jail,” said Lt. Gen. Eduardo M. Año, the Army commander. “The Army will continue haunting other terrorists for the protection of the public and to serve justice.” AES / MCAG / OACPA
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/10/surrenders-suspect-in-davao-night-market-bombing-gives-up/
DWDD: JUNGLE FIGHTER | Change of Command 2nd Infantry Division (Bio data-BGen Parayno)
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 10): JUNGLE FIGHTER | Change of Command 2nd Infantry Division
CAMP GEN EMILIO AGUINALDO, Quezon City (DWDD) – The outgoing 2nd Infantry “Jungle Fighter” Division Commander, Major General Romeo Gali Gan is a principled man with great regards to the rule of law and its contributions made a great impact to the officers and enlisted personnel not only under his command but to the Armed Forces of the Philippines as a whole. His 37 years of selfless service made an indelible mark that will be remembered.
General Gan said a leader that is worthy to be position should possess the qualities of credibility, role model, dedication and commitment to perform his assigned task. Without those qualities the direction of the objectives will be misled and difficult to attain.
Major General Gan is a member of Philippine Military Academy “Matikas” Class 1983 and will retire from military service after reaching the mandatory retirement at the age of 56.
Incoming 2nd Infantry Division Commanding General BGen Parayno is a Manileno, having been born in Paco, Manila. He is the current Commander of the Civil Relations Service, AFP and was the former Commander of the 201st Brigade under the 2nd Infantry Division.
His military career started at the Philippine Military Academy where he graduated in 1985 as the top 6 graduate out of 209 cadets. After graduation, he immediately took up the Scout Ranger Orientation Course. He is also a graduate of many other courses within the Armed Forces and they include: Infantry Officer Basic Course, the Intelligence Officers Course, Infantry Officer Advance Course and the Command and General Staff Course.
Internationally, he took up a Master of Arts in Strategic Security Studies and the International Counter-terrorism Fellows Program at the National Defense University in the United States.
He also attended workshops on International Rules Governing Military Operations at the Malaysian Armed Forces and Maritime Border Security and Operation Law of Malaysia and the Philippines at the US Defense Institute of International Legal Studies.
He spent the first seven years of his career serving in Mindanao where his field expertise was honed.
When he was assigned in the National Capital Region, it was to serve in various capacities at this Command – the CRSAFP – for four years, where he started as the Chief of the Admin Branch of the Office of the OCR2 back then, until being the Group Commander of the Media Affairs Group.
He also became the Deputy G7 of the 7th Infantry Division. It was followed by various assignments in the NCR, Luzon and Mindanao until being posted as the 201st Brigade of the 2nd ID.
He is a recipient of many awards and decorations, highlighted by Silver Wing Medal, Bronze Cross Medal, Gawad sa Kaunlaran and Distinguished Service Stars.
He is married to Mrs. Lorelei Parayno and they are blessed with four sons. SOLCOM / CRSAFP / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/10/jungle-fighter-change-of-command-2nd-infantry-division/
CAMP GEN EMILIO AGUINALDO, Quezon City (DWDD) – The outgoing 2nd Infantry “Jungle Fighter” Division Commander, Major General Romeo Gali Gan is a principled man with great regards to the rule of law and its contributions made a great impact to the officers and enlisted personnel not only under his command but to the Armed Forces of the Philippines as a whole. His 37 years of selfless service made an indelible mark that will be remembered.
General Gan said a leader that is worthy to be position should possess the qualities of credibility, role model, dedication and commitment to perform his assigned task. Without those qualities the direction of the objectives will be misled and difficult to attain.
Major General Gan is a member of Philippine Military Academy “Matikas” Class 1983 and will retire from military service after reaching the mandatory retirement at the age of 56.
Incoming 2nd Infantry Division Commanding General BGen Parayno is a Manileno, having been born in Paco, Manila. He is the current Commander of the Civil Relations Service, AFP and was the former Commander of the 201st Brigade under the 2nd Infantry Division.
His military career started at the Philippine Military Academy where he graduated in 1985 as the top 6 graduate out of 209 cadets. After graduation, he immediately took up the Scout Ranger Orientation Course. He is also a graduate of many other courses within the Armed Forces and they include: Infantry Officer Basic Course, the Intelligence Officers Course, Infantry Officer Advance Course and the Command and General Staff Course.
Internationally, he took up a Master of Arts in Strategic Security Studies and the International Counter-terrorism Fellows Program at the National Defense University in the United States.
He also attended workshops on International Rules Governing Military Operations at the Malaysian Armed Forces and Maritime Border Security and Operation Law of Malaysia and the Philippines at the US Defense Institute of International Legal Studies.
He spent the first seven years of his career serving in Mindanao where his field expertise was honed.
When he was assigned in the National Capital Region, it was to serve in various capacities at this Command – the CRSAFP – for four years, where he started as the Chief of the Admin Branch of the Office of the OCR2 back then, until being the Group Commander of the Media Affairs Group.
He also became the Deputy G7 of the 7th Infantry Division. It was followed by various assignments in the NCR, Luzon and Mindanao until being posted as the 201st Brigade of the 2nd ID.
He is a recipient of many awards and decorations, highlighted by Silver Wing Medal, Bronze Cross Medal, Gawad sa Kaunlaran and Distinguished Service Stars.
He is married to Mrs. Lorelei Parayno and they are blessed with four sons. SOLCOM / CRSAFP / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/10/jungle-fighter-change-of-command-2nd-infantry-division/
DWDD: TEAM NAVFORSOL | Launches Peace and Development Activity in Sorsogon
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 10): TEAM NAVFORSOL | Launches Peace and Development Activity in Sorsogon
NAVAL STATION JULHASAN ARASAIN, Rawis, Legazpi City (DWDD) – The Naval Forces Southern Luzon (NAVFORSOL) thru the Civil Military Operations Unit-Southern Luzon will launch the Community Peace and Development Team Activity in Bulan, Sorsogon.
It aims to bring a just and lasting peace and sustainable development to the communities in partnership with the Local Goverrnment Units and Non-Government Organizations.
Through this activity, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) creates an avenue wherein all relevant stakeholders can collaborate for the benefit of the Filipino people in the localities.
The Launching will be attended by Commodore Giovanni Carlo J Barcodo AFP, Commander of Naval Forces Southern Luzon & Mayor Helen C. De Castro of Bulan Sorsogon. CMOU-SL / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/10/team-navforsol-launches-peace-and-development-activity-in-sorsogon/
NAVAL STATION JULHASAN ARASAIN, Rawis, Legazpi City (DWDD) – The Naval Forces Southern Luzon (NAVFORSOL) thru the Civil Military Operations Unit-Southern Luzon will launch the Community Peace and Development Team Activity in Bulan, Sorsogon.
It aims to bring a just and lasting peace and sustainable development to the communities in partnership with the Local Goverrnment Units and Non-Government Organizations.
Through this activity, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) creates an avenue wherein all relevant stakeholders can collaborate for the benefit of the Filipino people in the localities.
The Launching will be attended by Commodore Giovanni Carlo J Barcodo AFP, Commander of Naval Forces Southern Luzon & Mayor Helen C. De Castro of Bulan Sorsogon. CMOU-SL / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/10/team-navforsol-launches-peace-and-development-activity-in-sorsogon/
DWDD: PHILIPPINE MARINE CORPS | “The Few, the Proud” at 66
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 9): PHILIPPINE MARINE CORPS | “The Few, the Proud” at 66
JURADO HALL, Marine Barracks Rudiardo Brown, Fort Bonifacio, Tagiug City (DWDD) – November 7, 2016 marked the 66th commemoration of the Philippine Marine Corps’s (PMC) Birthday highlighted by the Cake-cutting Ceremony held at Jurado Hall, Marine Barracks Rudiardo Brown, Fort Bonifacio, Tagiug City with Gen. Ricardo Visaya, the Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines as Guest of Honor and Speaker.
The traditional occasion was headed by no less than the Commandant, PMC, Maj. Gen. Andre M Costales Jr. The event was graced by Vice Adm. Caesar C Taccad, the Flag Officer In Command, Philippine Navy and Brig. Gen. Maximo Ballesteros, the Deputy Commandant, PMC.
Unlike other organizations, the country’s elite force celebrates November 7 as “birthday” not “anniversary” because every Marine believes that the organization is a living institution that continues to grow and improve in time. Every year, all Marines whether in active or retired service, and their families, greet each other in the full spirit of esprit de corps manifesting the strong bond of brotherhood as epitome in the saying “Once a Marine, always a Marine”.
Just like any birthdays, the Marines celebrate with a cake cutting ceremony which symbolizes sharing and passing on of the finest traditions of the Corps from the senior Marines to the younger ones. This tradition has been done for the past six decades and passed on from one generation to another.
Since 1951, the Philippine Marines as the AFP’s cutting edge braved the challenges of time at the height of communist insurgency, Moro rebellion, counter terrorism and winning peace and community development in coastal and littoral deployments. The Marines have always been sent when everything else fails guided by its vision of being the country’s premiere force in readiness and the nation’s force of choice, living up to its motto of Karangalan, Katungkulan and Kabayanihan. NPAO / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/09/philippine-marine-corps-the-few-the-proud-at-66/
JURADO HALL, Marine Barracks Rudiardo Brown, Fort Bonifacio, Tagiug City (DWDD) – November 7, 2016 marked the 66th commemoration of the Philippine Marine Corps’s (PMC) Birthday highlighted by the Cake-cutting Ceremony held at Jurado Hall, Marine Barracks Rudiardo Brown, Fort Bonifacio, Tagiug City with Gen. Ricardo Visaya, the Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines as Guest of Honor and Speaker.
The traditional occasion was headed by no less than the Commandant, PMC, Maj. Gen. Andre M Costales Jr. The event was graced by Vice Adm. Caesar C Taccad, the Flag Officer In Command, Philippine Navy and Brig. Gen. Maximo Ballesteros, the Deputy Commandant, PMC.
Unlike other organizations, the country’s elite force celebrates November 7 as “birthday” not “anniversary” because every Marine believes that the organization is a living institution that continues to grow and improve in time. Every year, all Marines whether in active or retired service, and their families, greet each other in the full spirit of esprit de corps manifesting the strong bond of brotherhood as epitome in the saying “Once a Marine, always a Marine”.
Just like any birthdays, the Marines celebrate with a cake cutting ceremony which symbolizes sharing and passing on of the finest traditions of the Corps from the senior Marines to the younger ones. This tradition has been done for the past six decades and passed on from one generation to another.
Since 1951, the Philippine Marines as the AFP’s cutting edge braved the challenges of time at the height of communist insurgency, Moro rebellion, counter terrorism and winning peace and community development in coastal and littoral deployments. The Marines have always been sent when everything else fails guided by its vision of being the country’s premiere force in readiness and the nation’s force of choice, living up to its motto of Karangalan, Katungkulan and Kabayanihan. NPAO / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/09/philippine-marine-corps-the-few-the-proud-at-66/
RETIREMENT | Major General Gan bids goodbye to team SoLCom
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 9): RETIREMENT | Major General Gan bids goodbye to team SoLCom
Camp Guillermo Nakar, Lucena City – The outgoing 2nd Infantry (Jungle Fighter) Division Commander, Major General Romeo Gali Gan AFP bids adieu to Team Southern Luzon Command during his farewell visit to Commander, Southern Luzon Command Lieutenant General Ferdinand F Quidilla AFP yesterday November 8, 2016.
A principled man with great regards to the rule of law and its contributions made a great impact to the officers and enlisted personnel not only in SoLCom but to the Armed Forces of the Philippines as a whole. His 37 years of selfless service made an indelible mark that will be remembered.
The visit is part of his parting message as member of the SoLCom family as Commander of 2nd Infantry Division, Philippine Army and former Officer-in-Charge of Southern Luzon Command before Lieutenant General Quidilla assumed the position.
General Gan said a leader that is worthy to be position should possess the qualities of credibility, role model, dedication and commitment to perform his assigned task. Without those qualities the direction of the objectives will be misled and difficult to attain.
Lieutenant General Ferdinand F Quidilla Commander, Southern Luzon Command said, Major General Gan is my big brother, my buddy, my mentor and my inspiration to continue my perseverance in the Armed Forces of the Philippines. He is the conscience and adviser of the cadet corps in our group when we were in the PMA.
Major General Gan is a member of Philippine Military Academy “Matikas” Class 1983 will retire from military service after reaching the mandatory retirement at the age of 56. (SOLCOM)
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/09/retirement-major-general-gan-bids-goodbye-to-team-solcom/
Camp Guillermo Nakar, Lucena City – The outgoing 2nd Infantry (Jungle Fighter) Division Commander, Major General Romeo Gali Gan AFP bids adieu to Team Southern Luzon Command during his farewell visit to Commander, Southern Luzon Command Lieutenant General Ferdinand F Quidilla AFP yesterday November 8, 2016.
A principled man with great regards to the rule of law and its contributions made a great impact to the officers and enlisted personnel not only in SoLCom but to the Armed Forces of the Philippines as a whole. His 37 years of selfless service made an indelible mark that will be remembered.
The visit is part of his parting message as member of the SoLCom family as Commander of 2nd Infantry Division, Philippine Army and former Officer-in-Charge of Southern Luzon Command before Lieutenant General Quidilla assumed the position.
General Gan said a leader that is worthy to be position should possess the qualities of credibility, role model, dedication and commitment to perform his assigned task. Without those qualities the direction of the objectives will be misled and difficult to attain.
Lieutenant General Ferdinand F Quidilla Commander, Southern Luzon Command said, Major General Gan is my big brother, my buddy, my mentor and my inspiration to continue my perseverance in the Armed Forces of the Philippines. He is the conscience and adviser of the cadet corps in our group when we were in the PMA.
Major General Gan is a member of Philippine Military Academy “Matikas” Class 1983 will retire from military service after reaching the mandatory retirement at the age of 56. (SOLCOM)
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/09/retirement-major-general-gan-bids-goodbye-to-team-solcom/
DWDD: DND Sec: RP-US to Continue Joint Military Trainings
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 9): DND Sec: RP-US to Continue Joint Military Trainings
Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City — National Defense Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana confirmed that President Rodrigo R. Duterte has approved the continuation of combined and joint military trainings between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and their US counterparts.
“The President has approved practically all our recommendations,” Lorenzana said after a cabinet meeting held last Monday, 07 November 2016, during which the AFP presented the various security engagements between the US and the Philippines.
The defense chief likewise confirmed that the President has given a go-signal for the implementation of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA), an executive agreement between the Philippines and the US to advance the implementation of the Mutual Defense Agreement signed in 1951.
Affirmed as constitutional with finality by the Supreme Court, EDCA seeks to develop interoperability and capacity-building for external defense, maritime security, maritime domain awareness and humanitarian and disaster response. As a contract of use and access agreement, EDCA does not grant permanent bases to US security forces but only temporary rotational access to five military bases for joint operational efficiency.
Among the recommendations presented by the Department of National Defense to the President include the refocusing of bilateral activities on command post exercises, tabletop exercises, staff exercises and simulation exercises and trainings; maintenance of bilateral humanitarian and disaster response and counter-terrorism exercises; and giving focus on non-traditional security concerns such as counter-narcotics and transnational crimes.
Lorenzana also recommended putting more weight on civic action and engineering projects to benefit a number of civilian communities and the strengthening of the Self-Reliant Defense Program.
However, Lorenzana said the President ordered to discontinue assault exercises and some bilateral drills between both forces, but clarified that other joint trainings and exercises with other countries would likewise continue as scheduled.
The recommendations approved by Pres. Duterte will be presented to the US panel of the Mutual Defense Board – Security Engagement Board (MDB –SEB) in its upcoming meeting this month. (DND)
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/09/dnd-sec-rp-us-to-continue-joint-military-trainings/
Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City — National Defense Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana confirmed that President Rodrigo R. Duterte has approved the continuation of combined and joint military trainings between the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and their US counterparts.
“The President has approved practically all our recommendations,” Lorenzana said after a cabinet meeting held last Monday, 07 November 2016, during which the AFP presented the various security engagements between the US and the Philippines.
The defense chief likewise confirmed that the President has given a go-signal for the implementation of the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA), an executive agreement between the Philippines and the US to advance the implementation of the Mutual Defense Agreement signed in 1951.
Affirmed as constitutional with finality by the Supreme Court, EDCA seeks to develop interoperability and capacity-building for external defense, maritime security, maritime domain awareness and humanitarian and disaster response. As a contract of use and access agreement, EDCA does not grant permanent bases to US security forces but only temporary rotational access to five military bases for joint operational efficiency.
Among the recommendations presented by the Department of National Defense to the President include the refocusing of bilateral activities on command post exercises, tabletop exercises, staff exercises and simulation exercises and trainings; maintenance of bilateral humanitarian and disaster response and counter-terrorism exercises; and giving focus on non-traditional security concerns such as counter-narcotics and transnational crimes.
Lorenzana also recommended putting more weight on civic action and engineering projects to benefit a number of civilian communities and the strengthening of the Self-Reliant Defense Program.
However, Lorenzana said the President ordered to discontinue assault exercises and some bilateral drills between both forces, but clarified that other joint trainings and exercises with other countries would likewise continue as scheduled.
The recommendations approved by Pres. Duterte will be presented to the US panel of the Mutual Defense Board – Security Engagement Board (MDB –SEB) in its upcoming meeting this month. (DND)
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/09/dnd-sec-rp-us-to-continue-joint-military-trainings/
EXCLUSIVE | Photos of PAF Sokol that Emergency Landed in Palawan
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 8): EXCLUSIVE | Photos of PAF Sokol that Emergency Landed in Palawan
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/09/exclusive-photos-of-paf-sokol-that-emergency-landed-in-palawan/
http://dwdd.com.ph/2016/11/09/exclusive-photos-of-paf-sokol-that-emergency-landed-in-palawan/
DWDD: PAF SOKOL (Tail No. 926) | Chopper Performs Emergency Landing in Puerto Princesa City
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (Nov 8): PAF SOKOL (Tail No. 926) | Chopper Performs Emergency Landing in Puerto Princesa City
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY (DWDD) – A Philippine Air Force (PAF) Sokol helicopter with tail number 926 that was on a mission to conduct a probing flight for the ASEAN Air Chief Justice Summit encountered one engine inoperative malfunction that led the pilot to perform emergency landing on November 8, 2016 around 2:42 to 2:45pm in Sitio Sabang, Palawan, which is approximately 28 nautical miles North of Puerto Princesa City.
According to the Pilot-in-Command (PIC), 1Lt Gino Glenn D Solano PAF, they landed on a rice field since it was the nearest and safest area, which is away from the population.
However, the rice field’s uneven surface led the aircraft to tilt to the right as it touches down causing damages to its main rotor blades.
All pilots, crew, and passengers are safe and no one was injured in the incident.
The PAF crew includes the following: 1Lt Gino Glenn D Solano PAF (PIC), Major Michael R Yraolo (Co-pilot), Sgt Dunhill R Guanzon (Crew), and A1C Mark Phol T Masangkay (Helicopter Mechanic).
Such incident will immediately undergoes investigation per standard operating procedure. The PAF will have no further comments until such investigation is concluded. ALS / AES / MCAG
PUERTO PRINCESA CITY (DWDD) – A Philippine Air Force (PAF) Sokol helicopter with tail number 926 that was on a mission to conduct a probing flight for the ASEAN Air Chief Justice Summit encountered one engine inoperative malfunction that led the pilot to perform emergency landing on November 8, 2016 around 2:42 to 2:45pm in Sitio Sabang, Palawan, which is approximately 28 nautical miles North of Puerto Princesa City.
According to the Pilot-in-Command (PIC), 1Lt Gino Glenn D Solano PAF, they landed on a rice field since it was the nearest and safest area, which is away from the population.
However, the rice field’s uneven surface led the aircraft to tilt to the right as it touches down causing damages to its main rotor blades.
All pilots, crew, and passengers are safe and no one was injured in the incident.
The PAF crew includes the following: 1Lt Gino Glenn D Solano PAF (PIC), Major Michael R Yraolo (Co-pilot), Sgt Dunhill R Guanzon (Crew), and A1C Mark Phol T Masangkay (Helicopter Mechanic).
Such incident will immediately undergoes investigation per standard operating procedure. The PAF will have no further comments until such investigation is concluded. ALS / AES / MCAG
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