The Armed Forces of the
Philippines (AFP) is sending additional soldiers to increase the level of the
military's presence in Mindanao amids Abu Sayyaf hostage crisis.
As part of the government's obligation
to address the threat posed by terrorists in Mindanao most particularly the ASG,
the 5th Infantry Division deployed and repositions one brigade with two
battalions to boost its forces there.
Major General Benito Antonio De
Leon, who is the commander of the 5th Infantry Division, recognized the efforts
and contributions of 501st Brigade and 41st IB in the pursuing of peace,
progress and prosperity in Northern Luzon.
"Today is the best time to
be a soldier. In the fulfillment of duty, one is called to serve. Service to
the nation becomes every soldier's creed as he enters the military institution.
It encompasses the various roles and challenges you will yet to face,"
said De Leon.
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| AFP File |
"Bilang sundalo, kaakibat
ng ating pagsisilbi sa bayan ang mawalay sa ating pamilya. Tayo ay sumumpa na
uunahin ang bayan bago ang ating sarili. Ito ay ating paninindigan hanggang sa
tayo ay magretiro," he added.
Despite
the limited forces, De Leon also assured the participants in Ifugao, Cagayan
and Abra, the 5th Infantry Division shall continue to support the programs and
activities that aimed to achieve peace, progress and prosperity in its area of
operation.
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