Honor guards from the Philippine Army's Security and Escort Battalion carry the 32nd ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) 2024 flag during the regional competition's ceremony at the Philippine Army Marksmanship Training Facility in Camp O'Donnell, Capas, Tarlac on November 14, 2024.
Vice Commander, Philippine Army (VCPA) Maj. Gen. Leodevic B Guinid emphasizes the importance of ASEAN regional cooperation and partnership during the 32nd ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) 2024 opening ceremony at the Philippine Army Marksmanship Training Facility in Camp O'Donnell, Capas, Tarlac on November 14, 2024.
Shooting contingents from ASEAN armies stand in formation during the 32nd ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) 2024 opening ceremony at the Philippine Army Marksmanship Training Facility in Camp O'Donnell, Capas, Tarlac on November 14, 2024.
Vice Commander, Philippine Army (VCPA) Maj. Gen. Leodevic B Guinid, ASEAN Deputy Chiefs of Army (DCOAs), and their representatives fire at their respective targets during the novelty shoot of the 32nd ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) 2024 opening ceremony at the Philippine Army Marksmanship Training Facility in Camp O'Donnell, Capas, Tarlac on November 14, 2024.
Vice Commander, Philippine Army (VCPA) Maj. Gen. Leodevic B Guinid links arms with ASEAN Deputy Chiefs of Army (DCOAs) and their representatives during the opening ceremony of the 32nd ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) 2024 at the Philippine Army Marksmanship Training Facility (PAMTF) in Camp O'Donnell, Capas, Tarlac on November 14, 2024.
The Philippine Army welcomed shooting teams from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Armies during the opening ceremony of the 32nd ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) 2024 on November 14, 2024, at the Philippine Army Marksmanship Training Facility (PAMTF) in Camp O'Donnell, Capas, Tarlac. This signifies the start of a competitive showcase of marksmanship skills and camaraderie among the ASEAN's finest shooters.
The annual rifle meet brings together the ASEAN region's finest military marksmen to compete in various rifle, pistol, and machine gun shooting events. AARM 2024 opening ceremony was marked by the parade of teams from the 10 ASEAN countries which include Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
The Vice Commander, Philippine Army (VCPA) Maj. Gen. Leodevic B Guinid PA emphasized the significance of AARM as a platform for strengthening regional cooperation as he formally opened the competition. “Let us remember that beyond the spirit of this competition lies its profound purpose. Over the years, we have forged bonds that transcend borders and differences, strengthening not only our capabilities but also our shared commitment to cooperation and peace,” Maj. Gen. Guinid said.
AARM 2024 is a key component of the broader 2024 ASEAN Armies Annual Meet (AAAM) which includes the ASEAN Chiefs of Army Multilateral Meeting (ACAMM) and the ASEAN Sergeants Major Annual Meeting (ASMAM). These activities collectively aim to foster collaboration at multiple levels of the ASEAN military structure, from the top leadership to senior enlisted personnel.
Photos by the Philippine Army AAAM 2024 PR and Documentation Team
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