AFP Vice Chief of Staff visits Stormtroopers

By DPAO, 8ID PA
March 2, 2016

CAMP VICENTE LUKBAN, Catbalogan City – The Armed Forces of the Philippines second most ranking officer paid his first visit to the home of the 8th Infantry “Stormtroopers” Division, Friday.

Lt. Gen. Romeo T. Tanalgo AFP, Vice Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines was accorded with full military honors, and was warmly welcomed by Major General Jet B. Velarmino AFP, Commander 8ID, along with officers and civilian employees of the Command upon his arrival at 8ID Headquarters.

After which, he was given a situation briefing on the Internal Peace and Security Operations’ (IPSO) accomplishments. Highlighted are the seizures of NPA high powered firearms and several war materiels while extending humanitarian assistance and disaster response during the recent typhoon that hardly hit Northern Samar.

Maj. Gen Velarmino pointed out during the open forum that 8ID initiated numerous peace covenants of the local candidates.

Lt. Gen. Tanalgo reiterated the guidance of the Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines to be non-partisan, assure the community for a peaceful and credible election and exercise soldiers’ right to vote. He further commended the 8ID for their enthusiasm in serving the local populace with highest standard of honor, dedication and professionalism.

Maj. Gen. Velarmino expressed his gratitude to the Vice Chief of Staff, AFP: “We are truly honored to know that our Vice Chief of Staff appreciates our advocacies and programs towards creating an environment conducive for a sustainable peace and development in the region”, he added.