CAMP CAPINPIN, Tanay, Rizal – The Commander of the 2nd Infantry Division of the Philippine Army made a courtesy call to the local chief executive of the province of Rizal on August 18, 2021.

As an explicit gesture of recognition and respect for civilian authorities over the military, Major General Rowen S. Tolentino of the Philippine Army paid courtesy to Honorable Rebecca "Nini" A. Ynares, governess of Rizal, 1:00 in the afternoon of the said date.

During the said occasion, Major General Tolentino assured the chief executive that the people, not only of the province of Rizal but the whole Region 4A, can expect the full support and whole-hearted service of 2ID, especially on maintaining peace and order, as well as the security situation.  On the other hand, Governor Ynares reciprocated and expressed gratitude on behalf of her constituents for the assurance given. And likewise, assured the military commander to expect the same level of support in achieving just and lasting peace from the province of Rizal.

When asked if it was necessary, Major General Tolentino smiled and humbly answered. "The governess represents the people of Rizal, so rendering courtesy to the chief executive is the same as paying courtesy to every constituent of the province that in its truest essence are our bosses. It is also the simplest way that I, as a military commander, can do, to be able to live by the Army core purpose of serving our people and securing our land".

With the gesture of Commander 2ID and the reciprocation made by the chief executive of Rizal, rapport was established and ensured between two major stakeholders in the province. With the circumstance achieved, the people of Rizal is sure to benefit more.