The Commanding General, Philippine Army (CGPA) Lt. Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr., welcomed United States Army Pacific (USARPAC) Deputy Commanding General Lt. Gen. James B. Jarrard who rendered a courtesy call at the Headquarters Philippine Army, Fort Bonifacio, Metro Manila on February 7, 2023.
During the visit, Lt. Gen. Brawner and Lt. Gen. Jararrd explored a range of engagement opportunities to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific region. The two generals also discussed the preparations on capability development and training, particularly the upcoming Salaknib and Balikatan Exercises.
Lt. Gen. Jarrard is joined with 19 USARPAC delegates including 25th Infantry Division (25ID) Commanding General Maj. Gen. Joseph Ryan; 25ID Deputy Commanding General for Operations Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Van Antwerp; 1st Multi-Domain Task Force Commanding General Brig. Gen. Bernard J. Harrington; and other staff members of USARPAC.
Moreover, both Armies likewise agreed to support each other’s organizational and capability development plans especially towards the PA’s modernization initiatives which would play a key role in revolutionizing and equipping the Army.
Lt. Gen. Jarrard also visited the Army’s 7th Infantry Division and the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) project sites. He is set to visit the Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM) to strengthen bilateral relations with the the US counterparts.
Photos by Pfc Rodgen V. Quirante PA / OACPA