From the Philippine News Agency (May 31): PAF allots P49-M for FA-50PH seat cartridge escape system
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) is looking for suppliers of seat cartridge escape systems for its South Korean FA-50PH "Fighting Eagle" jet fighters.
Budget for the project has been set at PHP49.98 million, said the bid bulletin posted at the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System.
Opening of bids is scheduled at 9:15 a.m. on June 6 at the PAF Procurement Center Conference Room, Villamor Air Base, Pasay City.
"The Philippine Air Force reserves the right to reject any and all bids, declare a failure of bidding, or not award the contract at any time prior to contract award in accordance with Section 41 of RA (Republic Act No.) 9184 and its IRR (Implementing Rules and Regulations), without thereby incurring any liability to the affected bidder or bidders," PAF Bids and Awards Committee head Brig. Gen. Ferynl Buca said in the same bid bulletin Thursday.
The FA-50PHs had its baptism of fire during the Marawi City campaign where it was heavily used for close-air support mission roles, along with the venerable OV-10 "Bronco" turbo-prop attack aircraft, SF-260 light bombers and various attack helicopters of the PAF.
The FA-50PHs has a top speed of Mach 1.5 or one-and-a-half times the speed of sound and is capable of being fitted with air-to-air missiles, including the AIM-9 "Sidewinder" air-to-air and heat-seeking missiles, aside from light automatic cannons.
A total of 12 aircraft were acquired from Korea Aerospace Industries for PHP18.9 billion. Delivery commenced in November 2015 and was completed in May 2017.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037029
Thursday, May 31, 2018
PNP: Chain message on ISIS spreading AIDS a hoax
From the Philippine News Agency (May 31): PNP: Chain message on ISIS spreading AIDS a hoax
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday urged the public to refrain from spreading a "chain message" hoax on social media claiming that members of terror group ISIS are out to infect people with the HIV virus.
PNP spokesman Chief Supt. John Bulalacao said the prank is probably meant to sow fear with the undiscerning members of the general public.
"The PNP has previously declared as hoax this post because this is a mere chain text. Although poorly scripted, we ask the public not to share said post as this may create unnecessary fear among gullible individuals," Bulalacao said in an interview with reporters.
In one version of the message also spread through text messages, ISIS terrorists would allegedly poke infected needles to unsuspecting victims by pretending to be government doctors checking the victim's blood sugar.
Another version said the ISIS members are roving in medical centers and are offering free vaccines that purportedly contain AIDS virus.
"Paki inform mo mga friends nyo na my nag iikot daw kunyari sa medical center cla kunyari anti tetanus o anupaman wag daw magpabakuna kc mdami daw nagkakalat member ng muslim isis group iinject daw aids virus pampatay sa mga tao para mkaganti sa gobyerno wag kamo cla mag entertain ng mga ganon at dlikado post u na now," the viral message read.
A cursory check on Facebook showed variations of the scare message has been around in other countries since March.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037059
The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Thursday urged the public to refrain from spreading a "chain message" hoax on social media claiming that members of terror group ISIS are out to infect people with the HIV virus.
PNP spokesman Chief Supt. John Bulalacao said the prank is probably meant to sow fear with the undiscerning members of the general public.
"The PNP has previously declared as hoax this post because this is a mere chain text. Although poorly scripted, we ask the public not to share said post as this may create unnecessary fear among gullible individuals," Bulalacao said in an interview with reporters.
In one version of the message also spread through text messages, ISIS terrorists would allegedly poke infected needles to unsuspecting victims by pretending to be government doctors checking the victim's blood sugar.
Another version said the ISIS members are roving in medical centers and are offering free vaccines that purportedly contain AIDS virus.
"Paki inform mo mga friends nyo na my nag iikot daw kunyari sa medical center cla kunyari anti tetanus o anupaman wag daw magpabakuna kc mdami daw nagkakalat member ng muslim isis group iinject daw aids virus pampatay sa mga tao para mkaganti sa gobyerno wag kamo cla mag entertain ng mga ganon at dlikado post u na now," the viral message read.
A cursory check on Facebook showed variations of the scare message has been around in other countries since March.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037059
AFP shells out P27.6-M reward money to 10 informants
From the Philippine News Agency (May 31): AFP shells out P27.6-M reward money to 10 informants
Ten informants who provided information that led to the neutralization of eight Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) and two communist terrorist leaders received PHP27.6 million worth of reward money from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Thursday.
The awarding took place at the OJ-2 Multi-Purpose Hall, Intelligence Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP) Compound at Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.
AFP chief-of-staff Gen. Carlito Galvez Jr. personally handed the reward to the 10 informants, whose identities are concealed for security reasons.
Also present in the reward handover ceremonies were AFP deputy chief-of-staff for intelligence (J-2) Major Gen. Fernando Trinidad.
"Through information shared by tipsters, eight ASG members and cohorts, and two communist terrorist leaders were either killed or arrested in law enforcement operations conducted by the AFP in coordination with the Philippine National Police," AFP public affairs office chief Col. Noel Detoyato said.
One of the known terrorist personalities neutralized was Ahmad Akmad Batabol alias "Basit Usman" with a PHP6.3 million-bounty on his head.
The latter is a bomb expert and a globally notorious terrorist, who was one of the associates of Malaysian terrorist Zulkifli bin Hir, alias “Marwan”. Batabol was included in the US most-wanted terrorists list.
Other neutralized personalities were ASG members Muhiden Abdusalam Uyong alias "Waning Abdusalam" with PHP3.7 million; Kiri Hamid Sahiron with PHP3.3 million; and Mustapha Guindalangan alias "Tha" with PHP1.2 million.
Arrested ASG cohorts with rewards were Basit Balahim alias "Ballan" and Regin Onsing Nazirin alias "Sahirun" with PHP1 million each; and Abdullah Mutalib and Aldimar Sangkula alias "Kompol-Kompol" with PHP600,000 each.
The arrested communist terrorist leaders were Eduardo Genelsa alias "Lando" with PHP5-million bounty and Ricardo Ampan Manili alias "Joker" with PHP4.9 million.
Detoyato said the cash reward system that started in 2001 is aimed at encouraging citizens to join in the AFP and other law enforcement agencies’ counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency efforts.
This is also part of the military’s campaign towards a whole-of-nation approach in attaining the shared goal of a just and lasting peace and development for the country.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037094
Ten informants who provided information that led to the neutralization of eight Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG) and two communist terrorist leaders received PHP27.6 million worth of reward money from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Thursday.
The awarding took place at the OJ-2 Multi-Purpose Hall, Intelligence Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP) Compound at Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.
AFP chief-of-staff Gen. Carlito Galvez Jr. personally handed the reward to the 10 informants, whose identities are concealed for security reasons.
Also present in the reward handover ceremonies were AFP deputy chief-of-staff for intelligence (J-2) Major Gen. Fernando Trinidad.
"Through information shared by tipsters, eight ASG members and cohorts, and two communist terrorist leaders were either killed or arrested in law enforcement operations conducted by the AFP in coordination with the Philippine National Police," AFP public affairs office chief Col. Noel Detoyato said.
One of the known terrorist personalities neutralized was Ahmad Akmad Batabol alias "Basit Usman" with a PHP6.3 million-bounty on his head.
The latter is a bomb expert and a globally notorious terrorist, who was one of the associates of Malaysian terrorist Zulkifli bin Hir, alias “Marwan”. Batabol was included in the US most-wanted terrorists list.
Other neutralized personalities were ASG members Muhiden Abdusalam Uyong alias "Waning Abdusalam" with PHP3.7 million; Kiri Hamid Sahiron with PHP3.3 million; and Mustapha Guindalangan alias "Tha" with PHP1.2 million.
Arrested ASG cohorts with rewards were Basit Balahim alias "Ballan" and Regin Onsing Nazirin alias "Sahirun" with PHP1 million each; and Abdullah Mutalib and Aldimar Sangkula alias "Kompol-Kompol" with PHP600,000 each.
The arrested communist terrorist leaders were Eduardo Genelsa alias "Lando" with PHP5-million bounty and Ricardo Ampan Manili alias "Joker" with PHP4.9 million.
Detoyato said the cash reward system that started in 2001 is aimed at encouraging citizens to join in the AFP and other law enforcement agencies’ counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency efforts.
This is also part of the military’s campaign towards a whole-of-nation approach in attaining the shared goal of a just and lasting peace and development for the country.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037094
Gov't to publish national security strategy : Esperon
From the Philippine News Agency (May 30): Gov't to publish national security strategy : Esperon
For the first time ever, the government will publish a national security strategy that would serve as a roadmap in building a stronger nation, National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon announced Wednesday.
Esperon made the revelation in a briefing by the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) on the recent developments in the WPS at the House of Representatives.
"For the first time, we are publishing our national security strategy," Esperon said, noting that it was already signed by President Rodrigo R. Duterte last May 16.
He said the national security strategy will address urgent security concerns and cope with the rapidly changing global security environment in line with the objectives set forth in the National Security Policy of 2017-2022.
"In order to protect our most cherished democratic institutions and way of life, we will create an environment where peace and economic development will complement each other," Esperon quoted Duterte as saying in the national security strategy.
"To defend our sovereignty and integrity of our national territory, we will continue to develop and improve our defense, intelligence, and law enforcement capabilities to enable our troops to end communist insurgency and terrorism and violent extremism," Esperon added.
Based on the document, the country would also bolster its position in the community of nations by "strengthening our diplomatic relations with our traditional allies, engaging non-traditional partners, and pursuing an independent foreign policy that gives primacy to our national interest."
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1036933
For the first time ever, the government will publish a national security strategy that would serve as a roadmap in building a stronger nation, National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon announced Wednesday.
Esperon made the revelation in a briefing by the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) on the recent developments in the WPS at the House of Representatives.
"For the first time, we are publishing our national security strategy," Esperon said, noting that it was already signed by President Rodrigo R. Duterte last May 16.
He said the national security strategy will address urgent security concerns and cope with the rapidly changing global security environment in line with the objectives set forth in the National Security Policy of 2017-2022.
"In order to protect our most cherished democratic institutions and way of life, we will create an environment where peace and economic development will complement each other," Esperon quoted Duterte as saying in the national security strategy.
"To defend our sovereignty and integrity of our national territory, we will continue to develop and improve our defense, intelligence, and law enforcement capabilities to enable our troops to end communist insurgency and terrorism and violent extremism," Esperon added.
Based on the document, the country would also bolster its position in the community of nations by "strengthening our diplomatic relations with our traditional allies, engaging non-traditional partners, and pursuing an independent foreign policy that gives primacy to our national interest."
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1036933
Wednesday, May 30, 2018
Duterte thanks PSG for service to nation
From the Philippine News Agency (May 30): Duterte thanks PSG for service to nation
President Rodrigo R. Duterte on Wednesday thanked the Presidential Security Group (PSG) for serving the nation by “courageously” standing behind him.
“Throughout this country ordeal, the Presidential Security Group has courageously stood behind me to secure the interest of our country,” Duterte said in his speech during the PSG Change of Command at the PSG Grandstand, Malacañang Park.
“I stand confident before you today as I perform my duties as your Commander-in-Chief, assured that the PSG shall be loyal not only to one person or family, but only to the Constitution and our most cherished democratic institutions,” he added.
Duterte commended outgoing PSG Commander Brig. Gen. Lope Dagoy for his “successful tour of duty”.
Under Dagoy’s able leadership, the PSG has effectively provided security to 16 foreign and more than 900 local Presidential engagements particularly last year when the Philippines hosted the 30th and 31st ASEAN Summits.
“General Dagoy, I wish you the best as you assume your new Command. I am certain that the PSG that you will hand over is a workforce that is more motivated and dependable,” Duterte said.
Duterte is hoping that the wielding and forging of the PSG’s growth towards global competency will continue under the leadership of new PSG Commander Col. Jose Eriel Niembra.
“With your credentials and background as the former Deputy Group Commander of the PSG, I trust that you will move forward in the right direction as you create your own mark in this command,” Duterte said.
During his speech, Duterte defended his decision to appoint more ex-military men to different government officials.
“To the credit of military men, I said, no offense intended. The military is structural and they are always conscious of accomplishments, fulfillment of duty. Not because of any particular loyalty, they work extra hard,” he said.
Duterte said the practice of appointing former military men did not come from him as it was also done during the time of former presidents Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Benigno Aquino III.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037005
President Rodrigo R. Duterte on Wednesday thanked the Presidential Security Group (PSG) for serving the nation by “courageously” standing behind him.
“Throughout this country ordeal, the Presidential Security Group has courageously stood behind me to secure the interest of our country,” Duterte said in his speech during the PSG Change of Command at the PSG Grandstand, Malacañang Park.
“I stand confident before you today as I perform my duties as your Commander-in-Chief, assured that the PSG shall be loyal not only to one person or family, but only to the Constitution and our most cherished democratic institutions,” he added.
Duterte commended outgoing PSG Commander Brig. Gen. Lope Dagoy for his “successful tour of duty”.
Under Dagoy’s able leadership, the PSG has effectively provided security to 16 foreign and more than 900 local Presidential engagements particularly last year when the Philippines hosted the 30th and 31st ASEAN Summits.
“General Dagoy, I wish you the best as you assume your new Command. I am certain that the PSG that you will hand over is a workforce that is more motivated and dependable,” Duterte said.
Duterte is hoping that the wielding and forging of the PSG’s growth towards global competency will continue under the leadership of new PSG Commander Col. Jose Eriel Niembra.
“With your credentials and background as the former Deputy Group Commander of the PSG, I trust that you will move forward in the right direction as you create your own mark in this command,” Duterte said.
During his speech, Duterte defended his decision to appoint more ex-military men to different government officials.
“To the credit of military men, I said, no offense intended. The military is structural and they are always conscious of accomplishments, fulfillment of duty. Not because of any particular loyalty, they work extra hard,” he said.
Duterte said the practice of appointing former military men did not come from him as it was also done during the time of former presidents Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Benigno Aquino III.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037005
Next PH-China bilateral talks on WPS expected in Q3
From the Philippine News Agency (May 30): Next PH-China bilateral talks on WPS expected in Q3
Philippine Ambassador to China Jose Santiago Sta. Romana said the next meeting for the bilateral consultative mechanism (BCM) between China and the Philippines is expected on the 2nd half of the year.
"(There's) no date yet for the next BCM, but it will be sometime in the second half of the year. Likely August or September, but not yet set," he told the Philippine News Agency (PNA) on Wednesday.
Sta. Romana did not elaborate specific subjects to be tackled, but assured there will be "more discussion of issues of concern to each side."
He added the two countries are expected to talk about possible progress report on results of panel study on oil the gas cooperation in the West Philppine Sea, as well as other areas of maritime cooperation such as in environment and fisheries.
In a meeting on Monday, the envoy discussed issues related to China and the West Philippine Sea with President Rodrigo R. Duterte, together with Foreign Affairs Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano, Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana and National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon.
Manila and Beijing held its second meeting for the BCM in February.
The mechanism, established in May 2017 is a venue for the two states to tackle all issues on the West Philippine Sea dispute.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037000
Philippine Ambassador to China Jose Santiago Sta. Romana said the next meeting for the bilateral consultative mechanism (BCM) between China and the Philippines is expected on the 2nd half of the year.
"(There's) no date yet for the next BCM, but it will be sometime in the second half of the year. Likely August or September, but not yet set," he told the Philippine News Agency (PNA) on Wednesday.
Sta. Romana did not elaborate specific subjects to be tackled, but assured there will be "more discussion of issues of concern to each side."
He added the two countries are expected to talk about possible progress report on results of panel study on oil the gas cooperation in the West Philppine Sea, as well as other areas of maritime cooperation such as in environment and fisheries.
In a meeting on Monday, the envoy discussed issues related to China and the West Philippine Sea with President Rodrigo R. Duterte, together with Foreign Affairs Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano, Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana and National Security Adviser Hermogenes Esperon.
Manila and Beijing held its second meeting for the BCM in February.
The mechanism, established in May 2017 is a venue for the two states to tackle all issues on the West Philippine Sea dispute.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037000
Duterte to Joma : Don't worry about your safety
From the Philippine News Agency (May 30): Duterte to Joma : Don't worry about your safety
President Rodrigo R. Duterte on Wednesday clarified his previous statement against Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) founder Jose Maria Sison, saying "Aquino-style" assassination will not happen to him.
“There is no Aquino-style killing where I will shoot someone from behind,” Duterte said in his speech during the Presidential Security Group (PSG) Change of Command.
The President was apparently referring to former senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino who was shot in the back as he got out of the plane that brought him to the Philippines from the United States on Aug. 21, 1981.
Duterte had earlier threatened to kill Sison if the peace talks that the President wanted to be held in the Philippines fail.
The President said that what he wanted to say was “if it is not successful, then I will guarantee that he can go out of the country unhampered, unfettered, unbridled”.
“He does not have to worry about his safety. If you come home, do not worry about being killed. I will not do that,” Duterte said.
Duterte appealed anew to Sison to come home and discuss peace within a “small window of 60 days" the President has provided to the communist leader.
“I’m giving you my word of honor. It is my word and I would say, you go home, let’s talk earnestly, sincerely,” the President said.
Duterte, however, said he would not give way to Sison’s demand for a coalition government.
“As long as you do not ask a coalition government, which I cannot give and will never give, you can come home and talk to me and the others, and maybe in the fullness of God’s time we can achieve peace in our land,” he said.
The Commander-in-Chief said his invitation to Sison to come home was in line with his desire to achieve peace not only with communist rebels but with other groups.
“I was elected by the people not only by the military and the police, but all, including the Moro, also have this desire and confidence to talk to us about peace,” Duterte said.
“My job is not go to war. My job cannot be killing our own countrymen. My job, my task, my mandate is to give peace to everybody,” he added.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037007
President Rodrigo R. Duterte on Wednesday clarified his previous statement against Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) founder Jose Maria Sison, saying "Aquino-style" assassination will not happen to him.
“There is no Aquino-style killing where I will shoot someone from behind,” Duterte said in his speech during the Presidential Security Group (PSG) Change of Command.
The President was apparently referring to former senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino who was shot in the back as he got out of the plane that brought him to the Philippines from the United States on Aug. 21, 1981.
Duterte had earlier threatened to kill Sison if the peace talks that the President wanted to be held in the Philippines fail.
The President said that what he wanted to say was “if it is not successful, then I will guarantee that he can go out of the country unhampered, unfettered, unbridled”.
“He does not have to worry about his safety. If you come home, do not worry about being killed. I will not do that,” Duterte said.
Duterte appealed anew to Sison to come home and discuss peace within a “small window of 60 days" the President has provided to the communist leader.
“I’m giving you my word of honor. It is my word and I would say, you go home, let’s talk earnestly, sincerely,” the President said.
Duterte, however, said he would not give way to Sison’s demand for a coalition government.
“As long as you do not ask a coalition government, which I cannot give and will never give, you can come home and talk to me and the others, and maybe in the fullness of God’s time we can achieve peace in our land,” he said.
The Commander-in-Chief said his invitation to Sison to come home was in line with his desire to achieve peace not only with communist rebels but with other groups.
“I was elected by the people not only by the military and the police, but all, including the Moro, also have this desire and confidence to talk to us about peace,” Duterte said.
“My job is not go to war. My job cannot be killing our own countrymen. My job, my task, my mandate is to give peace to everybody,” he added.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037007
DND issues IRR for task force aiding reintegration of rebel returnees
From the Philippine News Agency (May 31): DND issues IRR for task force aiding reintegration of rebel returnees
The Department of National Defense (DND) has issued the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for Task Force "Balik-Loob" (TFBL), the coordinating body tasked to centralize all government efforts for the reintegration of former communist rebels.
The seven-page IRR, which was released Tuesday (May 29), was signed by DND Secretary Delfin Lorenzana, DILG Undersecretary Eduardo Año, Housing General Manager Marcelino Escalada Jr., Presidential Peace Adviser Jesus Dureza, and Undersecretary of the Office of the President Nelson Estares.
It will take effect 15 days after its publication in two newspapers of general circulation and after registration with the Office of National Administrative Register (ONAR), UP Law Center, Quezon City.
This comes after President Rodrigo R. Duterte on April 3 signed Administrative Order (AO) No. 10, creating TFBL as the central coordinating body that will supervise the reintegration efforts.
TFBL’s IRR provides the framework to pursue a comprehensive, integrated, community-based national program that is locally-implemented to address the legal status and security of former rebels (FRs), as well as their economic, social, psychological rehabilitation needs and provide immediate to long-term interventions that are supported by strengthened institutions to ensure effective implementation and attainment of these desired outcomes.
Under the IRR, TFBL will be in charge of centralizing two existing government programs for former rebels, namely the Comprehensive Local Integration Program (CLIP) administered by the DILG, and the PAyapa at MAsaganang PamayaNAn (PAMANA), which is administered by Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace Process (OPAPP), as well as all the other social services of other government agencies.
The program will now be called the E-CLIP or the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) which refers to the complete package of assistance to FRs.
Among the benefits and other forms of assistance given to beneficiaries include safety and security, PHP 15,000 immediate assistance, PHP21,000 to defray the subsistence or meals cost, support to relocate and secure the FR and his or her family, PHP50,000 livelihood assistance, temporary shelter, PhilHealth enrolment, medical assistance package, housing assistance and/or housing unit , modified Conditional Cash Transfer, legal assistance, livelihood materials, healing and reconciliation initiatives, and any additional assistance.
Composition and function
TFBL will be composed of representatives, with a rank not lower than Undersecretary from the DND, DILG, OPAPP, office of the President and the National Housing Authority. The task force will be chaired by the DND representative who may invite other government agencies and instrumentalities to the task force as he may deem necessary.
It will also have the following functions:
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037016
The Department of National Defense (DND) has issued the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for Task Force "Balik-Loob" (TFBL), the coordinating body tasked to centralize all government efforts for the reintegration of former communist rebels.
The seven-page IRR, which was released Tuesday (May 29), was signed by DND Secretary Delfin Lorenzana, DILG Undersecretary Eduardo Año, Housing General Manager Marcelino Escalada Jr., Presidential Peace Adviser Jesus Dureza, and Undersecretary of the Office of the President Nelson Estares.
It will take effect 15 days after its publication in two newspapers of general circulation and after registration with the Office of National Administrative Register (ONAR), UP Law Center, Quezon City.
This comes after President Rodrigo R. Duterte on April 3 signed Administrative Order (AO) No. 10, creating TFBL as the central coordinating body that will supervise the reintegration efforts.
TFBL’s IRR provides the framework to pursue a comprehensive, integrated, community-based national program that is locally-implemented to address the legal status and security of former rebels (FRs), as well as their economic, social, psychological rehabilitation needs and provide immediate to long-term interventions that are supported by strengthened institutions to ensure effective implementation and attainment of these desired outcomes.
Under the IRR, TFBL will be in charge of centralizing two existing government programs for former rebels, namely the Comprehensive Local Integration Program (CLIP) administered by the DILG, and the PAyapa at MAsaganang PamayaNAn (PAMANA), which is administered by Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace Process (OPAPP), as well as all the other social services of other government agencies.
The program will now be called the E-CLIP or the Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) which refers to the complete package of assistance to FRs.
Among the benefits and other forms of assistance given to beneficiaries include safety and security, PHP 15,000 immediate assistance, PHP21,000 to defray the subsistence or meals cost, support to relocate and secure the FR and his or her family, PHP50,000 livelihood assistance, temporary shelter, PhilHealth enrolment, medical assistance package, housing assistance and/or housing unit , modified Conditional Cash Transfer, legal assistance, livelihood materials, healing and reconciliation initiatives, and any additional assistance.
Composition and function
TFBL will be composed of representatives, with a rank not lower than Undersecretary from the DND, DILG, OPAPP, office of the President and the National Housing Authority. The task force will be chaired by the DND representative who may invite other government agencies and instrumentalities to the task force as he may deem necessary.
It will also have the following functions:
- Develop the Strategic Communication (StratCom) Plan and the Implementing Guidelines governing the reintegration efforts
- Address implementation issues at the national and local levels
- Coordinate with concerned local government units to ensure the effective and timely implementation of the reintegration efforts
- Provide capability assistance to concerned LGUs
- Prepare a coordination, monitoring, evaluating and reporting mechanism that shall be used by all concerned agencies in checking the status of the reintegration efforts
- Prepare regular consolidated reports on the implementation of the reintegration efforts to be submitted to the OP
- Regularly review and update the StartCom Plan, Implementing Guidelines and other mechanisms to ensure the responsiveness and effectiveness of the reintegration efforts
- Call upon the assistance and cooperation of all concerned government agencies for the effective implementation of this order
Beneficiaries
Qualified beneficiaries of the E-CLIP have to be former members of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), New People's Army (NPA) and National Democratic Front (NDF) who voluntarily abandoned the armed struggle and opted to become productive members of the society.
Their spouses, partners, children, whether legitimate or illegitimate, parents or siblings are also beneficiaries.
Meanwhile, members of the Militia ng Bayan (MB), who surfaced starting April 3, 2018 shall only be eligible to the following assistance: 1) Immediate Assistance; 2) Reintegration Assistance and 3) Firearm Remuneration
MBs are individuals who have been indoctrinated and may or may not be directly involved in violent armed struggle but when organized can provide mass support to the revolutionary movement of the CPP/NPA/NDF.
The program will cover those who will surface starting April 3, 2018 or issuance of Duterte's order.
All FRs who surfaced starting July 1, 2016 will likewise be provided with benefits from the program in additional to the CLIP package they have received.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1037016
NPA leader moved to Davao to face cases
From the Philippine News Agency (May 30): NPA leader moved to Davao to face cases
The New People’s Army (NPA) leader in the Davao region was moved to this city on Tuesday after almost three weeks of treatment for gunshot wounds in the neighboring province of Bukidnon, a police official said.
Elizalde Tormis "Ka Jinggoy" Canete, the top leader of the NPA’s Pulang Bagani Command 1 – Southern Mindanao Regional Committee (PBC 1-SMRC), was released from a hospital in Don Carlos town Monday evening. He is currently detained at the Davao City Police Office (DCPO).
Chief of Police Senior Supt Alexander Tagum told reporters Tuesday afternoon that warrants of arrest were issued by the three different branches of the Regional Trial Court against Cañete for 12 criminal cases, mostly for murder, serious illegal detention and robbery in band. No bail is recommended for most of the cases.
Tagum said Cañete is also facing three attempted murder cases with bail and frustrated murder with around P80,000 bail recommended.
“In 12 warrants of arrest for the cases he is facing in RTC XI, five of it are non-bailable,” he said.
Cañete was re-arrested last May 12 while undergoing medical treatment of gunshot wounds sustained during an encounter with government forces on May 10 in Sitio Linao, Barangay Kipilas, Kitaotao.
Cañete was first arrested in 2010 in an encounter with government forces. He was then allowed by the military to recover from his wounds sustained during an encounter in Montevista, Compostela Valley province but, he jumped bail in 2013 for the murder and arson cases filed against him.
“We will immediately turn over all these warrants of arrest and expedite the transfer of the venue for custody of Kumander Jinggoy.
As much as possible we will commit him,” Tagum said. Cañete will stay at the DCPO detention facility until a commitment order is issued by the court.
Tagum said the police will implement full security measures commensurate for high-ranking NPA leaders such as Cañete, adding that visits from relatives will not be allowed except for the NPA leader's mother.
Tagum said Cañete was brought to the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) for a medical check-up before he was brought to DCPO.
Tagum said the arrest of Cañete is a big blow to the NPA operating in Davao region, even as the police official warned leftist groups against holding rallies that would disturb peace and order.
”It is their right to conduct a rally but I would like to warn them that there are particular areas allowed for that - at the freedom park. If they will affect the traffic and affect the local peace and order baka isama naming sila sa kulungan kasama si Ka Jinggoy (we might bring them to prison with Ka Jinggoy),” he said.
Apparently fearing reprisal, Cañete’s mother, Babeta, admitted in an interview she was nervous of his son's transfer to DCPO because she's the only one allowed to watch over him.
Cañete’s group was held responsible for the death of fish vendor Larry Buenafe, who died after sustaining wounds from an NPA-planted landmine intended for the responding soldiers during an attack of a Lorenzo-owned facility in Barangay Mandug on Apr. 29, 2017.
Cañete also stands accused of burning the equipment being used in the ongoing bypass roads in Barangays Mandug and Fatima in Paquibato.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1036865
The New People’s Army (NPA) leader in the Davao region was moved to this city on Tuesday after almost three weeks of treatment for gunshot wounds in the neighboring province of Bukidnon, a police official said.
Elizalde Tormis "Ka Jinggoy" Canete, the top leader of the NPA’s Pulang Bagani Command 1 – Southern Mindanao Regional Committee (PBC 1-SMRC), was released from a hospital in Don Carlos town Monday evening. He is currently detained at the Davao City Police Office (DCPO).
Chief of Police Senior Supt Alexander Tagum told reporters Tuesday afternoon that warrants of arrest were issued by the three different branches of the Regional Trial Court against Cañete for 12 criminal cases, mostly for murder, serious illegal detention and robbery in band. No bail is recommended for most of the cases.
Tagum said Cañete is also facing three attempted murder cases with bail and frustrated murder with around P80,000 bail recommended.
“In 12 warrants of arrest for the cases he is facing in RTC XI, five of it are non-bailable,” he said.
Cañete was re-arrested last May 12 while undergoing medical treatment of gunshot wounds sustained during an encounter with government forces on May 10 in Sitio Linao, Barangay Kipilas, Kitaotao.
Cañete was first arrested in 2010 in an encounter with government forces. He was then allowed by the military to recover from his wounds sustained during an encounter in Montevista, Compostela Valley province but, he jumped bail in 2013 for the murder and arson cases filed against him.
“We will immediately turn over all these warrants of arrest and expedite the transfer of the venue for custody of Kumander Jinggoy.
As much as possible we will commit him,” Tagum said. Cañete will stay at the DCPO detention facility until a commitment order is issued by the court.
Tagum said the police will implement full security measures commensurate for high-ranking NPA leaders such as Cañete, adding that visits from relatives will not be allowed except for the NPA leader's mother.
Tagum said Cañete was brought to the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) for a medical check-up before he was brought to DCPO.
Tagum said the arrest of Cañete is a big blow to the NPA operating in Davao region, even as the police official warned leftist groups against holding rallies that would disturb peace and order.
”It is their right to conduct a rally but I would like to warn them that there are particular areas allowed for that - at the freedom park. If they will affect the traffic and affect the local peace and order baka isama naming sila sa kulungan kasama si Ka Jinggoy (we might bring them to prison with Ka Jinggoy),” he said.
Apparently fearing reprisal, Cañete’s mother, Babeta, admitted in an interview she was nervous of his son's transfer to DCPO because she's the only one allowed to watch over him.
Cañete’s group was held responsible for the death of fish vendor Larry Buenafe, who died after sustaining wounds from an NPA-planted landmine intended for the responding soldiers during an attack of a Lorenzo-owned facility in Barangay Mandug on Apr. 29, 2017.
Cañete also stands accused of burning the equipment being used in the ongoing bypass roads in Barangays Mandug and Fatima in Paquibato.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1036865
DWDD: LUMBAS 2018 | PN, RAN conducts Combined Maritime Training
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (May 30): LUMBAS 2018 | PN, RAN conducts Combined Maritime Training
CANJULAO, Lapu Lapu City (DWDD) – The Philippine Navy (PN) and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) conducted a combined Maritime Training Activity codenamed “Exercise LUMBAS 2018” from 18 to 23 MAY 2018 at Naval Forces Central (NFC) Area of Responsibility (AOR).
This training exercise has been conducted annually in the Philippines which started sometime in 1998. In previous years, EX LUMBAS was combined maritime training between the PN and the RAN which focuses on Maritime Security Operations and Maritime Interdiction Operation (MSO/ MIO). It is conducted in the form of Table Top Exercise (TTX) on odd numbered years with Field Training Exercise (FTX) on even numbered years. However, during the Navy to Navy Strategy talks held last 09 March 2017, Exercise LUMBAS will become an annual Naval Warfare Exercise focusing on the development of PN warfighting capabilities while Multi Agency TTX will shift from LUMBAS to Defense Cooperation Program (DCP) which will fall under the purview of the National Coast Watch Center (NCWC). Exercise LUMBAS will focus on addressing transnational crimes, piracy, counter-terrorism, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) and anti-narcotics to align PN efforts with the current government policies.
For this year, the Field Training Exercise of this event was executed in two (2) segments. Segment 1 was the Harbor Phase which was conducted at facilities of NBRR and ships respective lecture/ training rooms. Opening ceremony, Subject Matter Expertise Exchanges (SMEEs), courtesy call, ships tour and FTX Opns Conferences and other related pre-sail briefing was held on 18-19 May 2018 prior the Sea Phase. Segment 2 was the Sea Phase which was conducted at seawaters of Negros Island on 20-22 May 2018 and focused on capability enhancement for Naval Operations and Maritime Security Operations, hence building Common Operating Picture (COP), information sharing and territorial defense related training. This phase was participated by one (1) vessel from RAN (HMAS ANZAC, FFH150), one (1) vessel form PN (BRP RAMON ALCARAZ, FF16) and two (2) aircrafts from PAF (FA50). Personnel from both Navy ships also conducted simultaneous the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) exercise in their respective counterparts navy ship. One (1) Naval helicopter conducted deck landing proficiency aboard FF16 and FFH150 also during the FTX.
The culminating activities of the exercise include, friendly games between PN and RAN, and closing ceremony held at NBRR complex last 23 May 2018. NPAO / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/katropa-lumbas2018-pnranconductscombinedmaritimetraining-lumbas-2018-pn-ran-conducts-combined-maritime-training/
CANJULAO, Lapu Lapu City (DWDD) – The Philippine Navy (PN) and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) conducted a combined Maritime Training Activity codenamed “Exercise LUMBAS 2018” from 18 to 23 MAY 2018 at Naval Forces Central (NFC) Area of Responsibility (AOR).
This training exercise has been conducted annually in the Philippines which started sometime in 1998. In previous years, EX LUMBAS was combined maritime training between the PN and the RAN which focuses on Maritime Security Operations and Maritime Interdiction Operation (MSO/ MIO). It is conducted in the form of Table Top Exercise (TTX) on odd numbered years with Field Training Exercise (FTX) on even numbered years. However, during the Navy to Navy Strategy talks held last 09 March 2017, Exercise LUMBAS will become an annual Naval Warfare Exercise focusing on the development of PN warfighting capabilities while Multi Agency TTX will shift from LUMBAS to Defense Cooperation Program (DCP) which will fall under the purview of the National Coast Watch Center (NCWC). Exercise LUMBAS will focus on addressing transnational crimes, piracy, counter-terrorism, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) and anti-narcotics to align PN efforts with the current government policies.
For this year, the Field Training Exercise of this event was executed in two (2) segments. Segment 1 was the Harbor Phase which was conducted at facilities of NBRR and ships respective lecture/ training rooms. Opening ceremony, Subject Matter Expertise Exchanges (SMEEs), courtesy call, ships tour and FTX Opns Conferences and other related pre-sail briefing was held on 18-19 May 2018 prior the Sea Phase. Segment 2 was the Sea Phase which was conducted at seawaters of Negros Island on 20-22 May 2018 and focused on capability enhancement for Naval Operations and Maritime Security Operations, hence building Common Operating Picture (COP), information sharing and territorial defense related training. This phase was participated by one (1) vessel from RAN (HMAS ANZAC, FFH150), one (1) vessel form PN (BRP RAMON ALCARAZ, FF16) and two (2) aircrafts from PAF (FA50). Personnel from both Navy ships also conducted simultaneous the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) exercise in their respective counterparts navy ship. One (1) Naval helicopter conducted deck landing proficiency aboard FF16 and FFH150 also during the FTX.
The culminating activities of the exercise include, friendly games between PN and RAN, and closing ceremony held at NBRR complex last 23 May 2018. NPAO / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/katropa-lumbas2018-pnranconductscombinedmaritimetraining-lumbas-2018-pn-ran-conducts-combined-maritime-training/
DWDD: MARITIME MANEUVERS | Rim of the Pacific Exercise 2018 (RIMPAC 2018)
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (May 30): MARITIME MANEUVERS | Rim of the Pacific Exercise 2018 (RIMPAC 2018)
NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Roxas Blvd., Manila (DWDD) – For the first time, the Philippine Navy (PN) will deploy two ships and a helicopter to participate in this year “Rim of the Pacific Exercise” (RIMPAC) that will be held off Hawaii.
The maneuvers are considered the world’s largest international maritime war games and is led by the US Navy’s Pacific Fleet. PN flag-officer-in-command Vice Admiral Robert Empedrad said the Philippines will deploy 700 sailors and marines for RIMPAC 2018.
Some 30 navies are expected to participate in this year’s RIMPAC, which is usually scheduled for June and July and held every two years. The naval exercises seek to enhance inter-operability among Pacific Rim armed forces. MCAG / Photo credit: PHILIPPINE NAVY
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/maritime-maneuvers-rim-of-the-pacific-exercise-2018-rimpac-2018/
NAVAL STATION JOSE ANDRADA, Roxas Blvd., Manila (DWDD) – For the first time, the Philippine Navy (PN) will deploy two ships and a helicopter to participate in this year “Rim of the Pacific Exercise” (RIMPAC) that will be held off Hawaii.
The maneuvers are considered the world’s largest international maritime war games and is led by the US Navy’s Pacific Fleet. PN flag-officer-in-command Vice Admiral Robert Empedrad said the Philippines will deploy 700 sailors and marines for RIMPAC 2018.
Some 30 navies are expected to participate in this year’s RIMPAC, which is usually scheduled for June and July and held every two years. The naval exercises seek to enhance inter-operability among Pacific Rim armed forces. MCAG / Photo credit: PHILIPPINE NAVY
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/maritime-maneuvers-rim-of-the-pacific-exercise-2018-rimpac-2018/
DWDD: CHANGE OF COMMAND | 6ID Kampilan has new Commander
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (May 30): CHANGE OF COMMAND | 6ID Kampilan has new Commander
CAMP GONZALO SIONGCO, Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao (DWDD) –Lt. Gen. Rolando Joselito D. Bautista, Commanding General Philippine Army graces the installation of Brig. Gen. Cirilito E. Sobejana, a well-decorated military Officer as new Commander of 6th Infantry “Kampilan” Division, Philippine Army during the Change of Command ceremony on May 26, 2018 held at Camp Gonzalo Siongco, Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao.
Brig. Gen. Cirilito E. Sobejana replaces Lt. Gen. Arnel B Dela Vega who recently took the post as Commander, Western Mindanao Command (WesMinCom) in Zamboanga City. The ceremony was highlighted by the giving of plaques of recognition to supportive stakeholders followed by inauguration and blessing of staff officers’ quarters and pinning of ranks to newly promoted enlisted personnel of the Command.
Brig. Gen. Sobejana, the new “Team Captain” of “Kampilan” is one of the distinct living heroes being a recipient of “Medal of Valor” for demonstrating bravery and heroism in actual combat. It is distinct and prestigious in the sense that there are only 41 recipients of the most coveted highest military award in the country since 1935.
The new commander of 6ID is a professional and well rounded officer having served in various positions and capacities in the AFP to wit: Company and Battalion Commander, School Commandant, and Deputy for Operations, all with the Army First Scout Ranger Regiment. He also served as Group Commander of the Civil-Military Operations Group, Executive Officer of the Army Resource Management Office, Head of the Plans, Policies and Materiel Development Division of the Army Support Command, Deputy to the Assistant Chief of Staff for Civil-Military Operations, G7, and Chief of the Firepower Division at the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, J4, AFP. In 2003 to 2004, he also had the chance to serve with the United Nations Mission in East Timor (UNMISET) as Military Observer.
A proud member of Philippine Military Academy (PMA) class of 1987, Brig. Gen Sobejana is also a graduate of various specialized trainings and courses both local and abroad such as Scout Ranger, Special Forces Qualification, Airborne and Scuba Diver courses. He also underwent Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Training at Defense School in Sweden, Operations Research Systems Analysis Course at US Army Logistics Management College, Fort Lee, Virginia, Advance Security Cooperation Course at Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies, Honolulu, Hawaii, Command and General Staff Course at AFP Command and General Staff College and, Executive Course on National Security Administration.
He is a bemedalled officer earning voluminous awards such as, Medal of Valor, Distinguished Conduct Star, two Distinguished Service Stars, Gold Cross Medal, two Bronze Cross Medals, Wounded Personnel Medal (Purple Heart), and several Military Merit and Commendation Medals. He is also a recipient of numerous Certificates of Appreciation and Recognition. Most significant to his accolades is his being adjudged as The Outstanding Philippines Soldier (Combat Category) in 1995 and in 2012 and the Award of Excellence for Public Service from the Governor of his province, Negros Oriental.
Prior to his post, he was the Commander of Joint Task Force-Sulu (JTF-Sulu) with the mandate of addressing the threat of terrorism and oversees the imposition of Martial Law upon President Duterte’s pronouncement and guidance in Sulu archipelago. This aims to facilitate the establishment of peace and tranquility as well as enhance the process of integration, reconciliation and conflict resolution in the area. His effort resulted to the snowballing of surrenderees comprised of 76 ASG members and turn-over of 700 firearms which was presented to the President in one of his visit in Patikul, town of Sulu.
On the otherhand, Lt. Gen. Bautista in his message, encourages all the “Kampilan troopers” to accord Brig. Gen. Sobejana the same support and commitment that had given to the former commander. He encourage everyone to move forward in unison, and keep in-step to achieve a greater heights. He emphasized that through teamwork great things can be accomplished.
“The Philippine Army is transforming to become a world-class Army with a world class system and processes. Recently, we were just inducted in the Palladium Balanced Scorecard Hall of Fame. To sustain this, we need the support and participation of the stakeholders for us to create a more sustainable development in support to Peace and Development Roadmap of the government under the able leadership of President Duterte” Bautista. Added. OACPA / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/change-of-command-6id-kampilan-has-new-commander/
CAMP GONZALO SIONGCO, Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao (DWDD) –Lt. Gen. Rolando Joselito D. Bautista, Commanding General Philippine Army graces the installation of Brig. Gen. Cirilito E. Sobejana, a well-decorated military Officer as new Commander of 6th Infantry “Kampilan” Division, Philippine Army during the Change of Command ceremony on May 26, 2018 held at Camp Gonzalo Siongco, Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao.
Brig. Gen. Cirilito E. Sobejana replaces Lt. Gen. Arnel B Dela Vega who recently took the post as Commander, Western Mindanao Command (WesMinCom) in Zamboanga City. The ceremony was highlighted by the giving of plaques of recognition to supportive stakeholders followed by inauguration and blessing of staff officers’ quarters and pinning of ranks to newly promoted enlisted personnel of the Command.
Brig. Gen. Sobejana, the new “Team Captain” of “Kampilan” is one of the distinct living heroes being a recipient of “Medal of Valor” for demonstrating bravery and heroism in actual combat. It is distinct and prestigious in the sense that there are only 41 recipients of the most coveted highest military award in the country since 1935.
The new commander of 6ID is a professional and well rounded officer having served in various positions and capacities in the AFP to wit: Company and Battalion Commander, School Commandant, and Deputy for Operations, all with the Army First Scout Ranger Regiment. He also served as Group Commander of the Civil-Military Operations Group, Executive Officer of the Army Resource Management Office, Head of the Plans, Policies and Materiel Development Division of the Army Support Command, Deputy to the Assistant Chief of Staff for Civil-Military Operations, G7, and Chief of the Firepower Division at the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, J4, AFP. In 2003 to 2004, he also had the chance to serve with the United Nations Mission in East Timor (UNMISET) as Military Observer.
A proud member of Philippine Military Academy (PMA) class of 1987, Brig. Gen Sobejana is also a graduate of various specialized trainings and courses both local and abroad such as Scout Ranger, Special Forces Qualification, Airborne and Scuba Diver courses. He also underwent Nuclear, Biological, Chemical Training at Defense School in Sweden, Operations Research Systems Analysis Course at US Army Logistics Management College, Fort Lee, Virginia, Advance Security Cooperation Course at Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies, Honolulu, Hawaii, Command and General Staff Course at AFP Command and General Staff College and, Executive Course on National Security Administration.
He is a bemedalled officer earning voluminous awards such as, Medal of Valor, Distinguished Conduct Star, two Distinguished Service Stars, Gold Cross Medal, two Bronze Cross Medals, Wounded Personnel Medal (Purple Heart), and several Military Merit and Commendation Medals. He is also a recipient of numerous Certificates of Appreciation and Recognition. Most significant to his accolades is his being adjudged as The Outstanding Philippines Soldier (Combat Category) in 1995 and in 2012 and the Award of Excellence for Public Service from the Governor of his province, Negros Oriental.
Prior to his post, he was the Commander of Joint Task Force-Sulu (JTF-Sulu) with the mandate of addressing the threat of terrorism and oversees the imposition of Martial Law upon President Duterte’s pronouncement and guidance in Sulu archipelago. This aims to facilitate the establishment of peace and tranquility as well as enhance the process of integration, reconciliation and conflict resolution in the area. His effort resulted to the snowballing of surrenderees comprised of 76 ASG members and turn-over of 700 firearms which was presented to the President in one of his visit in Patikul, town of Sulu.
On the otherhand, Lt. Gen. Bautista in his message, encourages all the “Kampilan troopers” to accord Brig. Gen. Sobejana the same support and commitment that had given to the former commander. He encourage everyone to move forward in unison, and keep in-step to achieve a greater heights. He emphasized that through teamwork great things can be accomplished.
“The Philippine Army is transforming to become a world-class Army with a world class system and processes. Recently, we were just inducted in the Palladium Balanced Scorecard Hall of Fame. To sustain this, we need the support and participation of the stakeholders for us to create a more sustainable development in support to Peace and Development Roadmap of the government under the able leadership of President Duterte” Bautista. Added. OACPA / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/change-of-command-6id-kampilan-has-new-commander/
DWDD: SERIES OF CLASH | CNT Bombmaker and others die after series of encounter in Misamis Oriental
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (May 30): SERIES OF CLASH | CNT Bombmaker and others die after series of encounter in Misamis Oriental
LAGONGLONG, Misamis Oriental (DWDD) – Two (2) CPP-NPA Terrorists (CNTs) perished during series of clash against government troops under 403rd Infantry Brigade (403Bde) at Barangay. Banglay, Lagonglong, Misamis Oriental.
The first encounter took place around 9:00 AM, May 27 against 30 CNTs coming from Guerilla Front 4B of the North Central Mindanao Regional Committee (NCMRC), near Sitio Kamansi that lasted for about 25 minutes which resulted to the death of two CNTs and the seizure of two AK-47 Rifles and one M16 Rifle.
One of the CNTs was identified as Odelo Compas alias Sapayanan, a functional staff for Explosives/Ordnance and Production of said CNT group. The identity of the other dead CNT member is yet to be determined as of this release.
As the troops continue to conduct pursuit operations, another 20-minute firefight took place 1:45 PM the same day, near Sitio Bayhutao of same Barangay. The encounter resulted to the wounding of a soldier that was evacuated to Camp Evangelista Station Hospital at Cagayan de Oro City, 10:00 AM, May 28 and is now in stable condition. Further, troops were able to seized enemy encampment with 20 makeshift bunkers that can accommodate 50 CNTs, and recover one M203 grenade launcher, one 12-guage shotgun, one M635 Carbine, one air gun, ammunitions, sniper scope, 3 backpacks with personal belongings and subversive documents.
Meanwhile, troops believe that several other CNTs were also wounded during the series of clash as evident by the bloodstains that were seen in the withdrawal route and from the reports received by the 403Bde after the encounter.
Brigadier General Eric Vinoya, Commander of the 403rd Infantry Brigade said, “I am extending my condolences to the friends and families of NPA terrorists who died in the clash with government troops. It have not resulted into this if only these terrorists heeded the call of the government to lay down their arms and go back to the folds of the law.”
On the other hand, functional staff for Explosive/Ordnance and Production of Guerilla Front 4B of NCMRC is the one responsible for making and producing Improvised Explosive Devise and landmines.
“NPA terrorists are the reason why there are delays of development in the areas of Mindanao. They are desperately recruiting people that will join their failed armed struggle by force, threat and intimidation. Further, NPA terrorists are the ones laying down IEDs and landmines that endanger not only lives of our soldiers but also the innocent civilians. Campos who is a functional staff for Explosives/Ordnance and production of Guerilla Front 4B is a bomb maker himself. He makes landmines and IEDs proving that NPAs disrespect the International Humanitarian Law and are worthy to be called as terrorists.” Major General Ronald Villanueva, Commander of 4th Infantry Division said. 4DPAO / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/series-of-clash-cnt-bombmaker-and-others-die-after-series-of-encounter-in-misamis-oriental/
LAGONGLONG, Misamis Oriental (DWDD) – Two (2) CPP-NPA Terrorists (CNTs) perished during series of clash against government troops under 403rd Infantry Brigade (403Bde) at Barangay. Banglay, Lagonglong, Misamis Oriental.
The first encounter took place around 9:00 AM, May 27 against 30 CNTs coming from Guerilla Front 4B of the North Central Mindanao Regional Committee (NCMRC), near Sitio Kamansi that lasted for about 25 minutes which resulted to the death of two CNTs and the seizure of two AK-47 Rifles and one M16 Rifle.
One of the CNTs was identified as Odelo Compas alias Sapayanan, a functional staff for Explosives/Ordnance and Production of said CNT group. The identity of the other dead CNT member is yet to be determined as of this release.
As the troops continue to conduct pursuit operations, another 20-minute firefight took place 1:45 PM the same day, near Sitio Bayhutao of same Barangay. The encounter resulted to the wounding of a soldier that was evacuated to Camp Evangelista Station Hospital at Cagayan de Oro City, 10:00 AM, May 28 and is now in stable condition. Further, troops were able to seized enemy encampment with 20 makeshift bunkers that can accommodate 50 CNTs, and recover one M203 grenade launcher, one 12-guage shotgun, one M635 Carbine, one air gun, ammunitions, sniper scope, 3 backpacks with personal belongings and subversive documents.
Meanwhile, troops believe that several other CNTs were also wounded during the series of clash as evident by the bloodstains that were seen in the withdrawal route and from the reports received by the 403Bde after the encounter.
Brigadier General Eric Vinoya, Commander of the 403rd Infantry Brigade said, “I am extending my condolences to the friends and families of NPA terrorists who died in the clash with government troops. It have not resulted into this if only these terrorists heeded the call of the government to lay down their arms and go back to the folds of the law.”
On the other hand, functional staff for Explosive/Ordnance and Production of Guerilla Front 4B of NCMRC is the one responsible for making and producing Improvised Explosive Devise and landmines.
“NPA terrorists are the reason why there are delays of development in the areas of Mindanao. They are desperately recruiting people that will join their failed armed struggle by force, threat and intimidation. Further, NPA terrorists are the ones laying down IEDs and landmines that endanger not only lives of our soldiers but also the innocent civilians. Campos who is a functional staff for Explosives/Ordnance and production of Guerilla Front 4B is a bomb maker himself. He makes landmines and IEDs proving that NPAs disrespect the International Humanitarian Law and are worthy to be called as terrorists.” Major General Ronald Villanueva, Commander of 4th Infantry Division said. 4DPAO / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/series-of-clash-cnt-bombmaker-and-others-die-after-series-of-encounter-in-misamis-oriental/
DWDD: COMMEMORATED | Marawi Air Campaign
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (May 30): COMMEMORATED | Marawi Air Campaign
SANTA MARIA, Zamboanga City (DWDD) – The Tactical Operations Command (TOC) and Tactical Operations Wing Western Mindanao (TOW WESTMIN) jointly hosted the Marawi Air Campaign Commemoration (MACC) on May 25, 2018 at the EAAB, Grandstand, Sta. Maria, Zamboanga City to honor the gallant men of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) who helped in the resolution of the Marawi Crisis. General Carlito G Galvez Jr AFP, Chief of Staff, AFP was the Guest of Honor and Speaker of the said activity.
Furthermore, the Commanding General PAF, Lt Gen Galileo Gerard R Kintanar Jr AFP; Commander, Western Mindanao Command (WESTMINCOM), Lt Gen Arnel B Dela Vega AFP; Commander, Naval Forces Western Mindanao (NFWM), RAdm Rene Medina AFP; Wing Commanders of the different Tactical Operations Wings (TOWs); Groups (TOGs); and Commanders of Mindanao-based Army Brigades/Joint Task Forces (JTFs) also attended the said event.
Meanwhile, Hon. Maria Isabelle Climaco -Salazar, the Mayor of Zamboanga City reads a resolution from the City Peace and Order Council (POC), commending the critical role of the PAF during the Marawi Crisis. Likewise, Representative Celso G Lobregat graced the occasion.
Highlighted the event was the giving of individual and unit awards to the following PAF personnel for their gallantry in action in support with the ground troops in Marawi:
GOLD CROSS MEDALS
(LTC MAYNARD P MARIANO- 5th Fighter Wing
CPT VINCENT T PACLIBAR PAF- 710th SPOW
MSg Cesar L Lubi PAF- 710th SPOW
DISTINGUISHED AVIATION CROSSES
MAJ DENNIS C TADEO PAF- 205th THW
LTC KAROL PREJILLANO- 15th SW
The MMM with BSD
MAJ ROLANDO C AGUHOB PAF-TOG 10
MMM with BAL
TSg Roberto R Sabillon PAF
CHIEF OF STAFF PLAQUE OF RECOGNITION were also given to the following PAF units:
OPERATIONS COMMAND (TOC)
TACTICAL OPERATIONS WING WESTERN MINDANAO (TOW WESTMIN)
205TH TACTICAL HELICOPTER WING
15TH STRIKE WING
5TH FIGHTER WING
220TH AIRLIFT WING
250TH PRESIDENTIAL AIRLIFT WING (PAW)
710TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING (SPOW)
300TH AIR INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY WING (AISW)
900TH AIR FORCE WEATHER GROUP (AFWG)
560TH AIR BASE WING (ABW)
TACTICAL OPERATIONS WING CENTRAL (TOWCEN)
Likewise, an Audio Video Presentation (AVP) were presented showcasing the critical events leading to the crisis and the role of the PAF and airpower in helping resolve the Marawi Crisis. Towards the end of the AVP, a pair of FA-50s and an OV-10 Bronco made a low-pass flyby much to the delight of the audience.
In his speech, Major General Domingo B Palisoc Jr AFP, Commander, TOC extended his felicitations to all the pilots, crews, maintenance personnel, forward air controllers, and EODs for all their efforts and selfless commitment in accomplishing the AFP’s mission of neutralizing the Daesh-inspired Maute Terror Group who besiege the City of Marawi for five long months. More so, he was honored being the overall air campaign commander during the entire Marawi Crisis.
Moreover, the Chief of Staff, General Carlito G Galvez Jr AFP was very emphatic in uplifting the PAFs “air power” and capability during the Marawi Crisis. He cited the important role of the FA-50s in bombing and neutralizing the highly entrenched Maute identified targets in Marawi City, the C-130s which airlifted battalions of PA and PN Marine units in record time, the role of Close Air Support (CAS) aircraft such as the AW-109s, OV-10 Broncos, MD-520MGs, SF-260 warriors that afflicted casualties to the enemy side the UH-1H/D Hueys which save the lives of many of our ground troops.
He then personally thanked all the pilots, crews, maintenance personnel, forward air controllers, and EOD personnel for their commitment and sacrifices in the five-month long siege. He ended his speech by reiterating his previous pronouncements that the PAF were indeed the “GAME CHANGERS” in the entire Marawi Crisis. EAAB / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/commemorated-marawi-air-campaign/
SANTA MARIA, Zamboanga City (DWDD) – The Tactical Operations Command (TOC) and Tactical Operations Wing Western Mindanao (TOW WESTMIN) jointly hosted the Marawi Air Campaign Commemoration (MACC) on May 25, 2018 at the EAAB, Grandstand, Sta. Maria, Zamboanga City to honor the gallant men of the Philippine Air Force (PAF) who helped in the resolution of the Marawi Crisis. General Carlito G Galvez Jr AFP, Chief of Staff, AFP was the Guest of Honor and Speaker of the said activity.
Furthermore, the Commanding General PAF, Lt Gen Galileo Gerard R Kintanar Jr AFP; Commander, Western Mindanao Command (WESTMINCOM), Lt Gen Arnel B Dela Vega AFP; Commander, Naval Forces Western Mindanao (NFWM), RAdm Rene Medina AFP; Wing Commanders of the different Tactical Operations Wings (TOWs); Groups (TOGs); and Commanders of Mindanao-based Army Brigades/Joint Task Forces (JTFs) also attended the said event.
Meanwhile, Hon. Maria Isabelle Climaco -Salazar, the Mayor of Zamboanga City reads a resolution from the City Peace and Order Council (POC), commending the critical role of the PAF during the Marawi Crisis. Likewise, Representative Celso G Lobregat graced the occasion.
Highlighted the event was the giving of individual and unit awards to the following PAF personnel for their gallantry in action in support with the ground troops in Marawi:
GOLD CROSS MEDALS
(LTC MAYNARD P MARIANO- 5th Fighter Wing
CPT VINCENT T PACLIBAR PAF- 710th SPOW
MSg Cesar L Lubi PAF- 710th SPOW
DISTINGUISHED AVIATION CROSSES
MAJ DENNIS C TADEO PAF- 205th THW
LTC KAROL PREJILLANO- 15th SW
The MMM with BSD
MAJ ROLANDO C AGUHOB PAF-TOG 10
MMM with BAL
TSg Roberto R Sabillon PAF
CHIEF OF STAFF PLAQUE OF RECOGNITION were also given to the following PAF units:
OPERATIONS COMMAND (TOC)
TACTICAL OPERATIONS WING WESTERN MINDANAO (TOW WESTMIN)
205TH TACTICAL HELICOPTER WING
15TH STRIKE WING
5TH FIGHTER WING
220TH AIRLIFT WING
250TH PRESIDENTIAL AIRLIFT WING (PAW)
710TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING (SPOW)
300TH AIR INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY WING (AISW)
900TH AIR FORCE WEATHER GROUP (AFWG)
560TH AIR BASE WING (ABW)
TACTICAL OPERATIONS WING CENTRAL (TOWCEN)
Likewise, an Audio Video Presentation (AVP) were presented showcasing the critical events leading to the crisis and the role of the PAF and airpower in helping resolve the Marawi Crisis. Towards the end of the AVP, a pair of FA-50s and an OV-10 Bronco made a low-pass flyby much to the delight of the audience.
In his speech, Major General Domingo B Palisoc Jr AFP, Commander, TOC extended his felicitations to all the pilots, crews, maintenance personnel, forward air controllers, and EODs for all their efforts and selfless commitment in accomplishing the AFP’s mission of neutralizing the Daesh-inspired Maute Terror Group who besiege the City of Marawi for five long months. More so, he was honored being the overall air campaign commander during the entire Marawi Crisis.
Moreover, the Chief of Staff, General Carlito G Galvez Jr AFP was very emphatic in uplifting the PAFs “air power” and capability during the Marawi Crisis. He cited the important role of the FA-50s in bombing and neutralizing the highly entrenched Maute identified targets in Marawi City, the C-130s which airlifted battalions of PA and PN Marine units in record time, the role of Close Air Support (CAS) aircraft such as the AW-109s, OV-10 Broncos, MD-520MGs, SF-260 warriors that afflicted casualties to the enemy side the UH-1H/D Hueys which save the lives of many of our ground troops.
He then personally thanked all the pilots, crews, maintenance personnel, forward air controllers, and EOD personnel for their commitment and sacrifices in the five-month long siege. He ended his speech by reiterating his previous pronouncements that the PAF were indeed the “GAME CHANGERS” in the entire Marawi Crisis. EAAB / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/commemorated-marawi-air-campaign/
DWDD: AIR POWER | PAF game-changer in Marawi
From DWDD AFP Civil Relations Service Radio Website (May 30): AIR POWER | PAF game-changer in Marawi
COL JESUS VILLAMOR AIRBASE, Pasay City (DWDD) – Without support from the Philippine Air Force (PAF), especially its brand-new Mach 1.5 capable FA-50PH jet fighters, government losses in the five-month battle to liberate Marawi City from control of the Maute-ISIS Group terrorists would have been much higher.
Aside from these war-birds manned by their attack pilots, several PAF aircraft which included the C-130 Hercules and C-295 of PAF’s 220th Airlift Wing; and UH-IH and Bell-412 combat utility helicopters were heavily utilized in transport, reconnaissance, and medical evacuation missions in support of Marawi’s liberation from terrorists. PAF / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/air-power-paf-game-changer-in-marawi/
COL JESUS VILLAMOR AIRBASE, Pasay City (DWDD) – Without support from the Philippine Air Force (PAF), especially its brand-new Mach 1.5 capable FA-50PH jet fighters, government losses in the five-month battle to liberate Marawi City from control of the Maute-ISIS Group terrorists would have been much higher.
Aside from these war-birds manned by their attack pilots, several PAF aircraft which included the C-130 Hercules and C-295 of PAF’s 220th Airlift Wing; and UH-IH and Bell-412 combat utility helicopters were heavily utilized in transport, reconnaissance, and medical evacuation missions in support of Marawi’s liberation from terrorists. PAF / MCAG
http://dwdd.com.ph/2018/05/30/air-power-paf-game-changer-in-marawi/
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