JTF Katagalugan holds RTF-ELCAC IV-A meeting to address insurgency
CAMP CAPINPIN, Tanay, Rizal – In a concerted effort to eradicate insurgency, the Regional Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (RTF-ELCAC) IV-A, through the Joint Task Force Katagalugan (JTFC) convened here, Friday, June 7.
The face-to-face meeting included the participation of Advisers to the Cabinet Officer for Regional Development and Security (CORDS), Co-Vice Chairpersons, Head Secretariats, and the heads of the twelve clusters/lines of efforts, and presided over by no less than ASec. Jose Dominic Clavano IV of the Department of Justice (DOJ).
The agenda covered a comprehensive review of the accomplishments and challenges faced during the previous quarter, the introduction of new action plans, and the way ahead of each cluster to address pressing concerns that would lead to the attainment of peace and development objectives.
Further, the gathering underscored the commitment of RTF-ELCAC IV-A to maintain momentum in its mission to create a peaceful and secure environment conducive to regional development.
During the meeting, ASec. Clavano IV commended the members of the task force for their dedication and hard work in their relentless pursuit of peace and stability in the region.
The head of the different cluster also reiterated their commitment to sustain their mandates emphasizing the importance of respective agencies in eradicating insurgency in the country.
The different clusters reassured their commitment to support the thrust of the 2nd Infantry “Jungle Fighter” Division to the region, and pledged to remain vigilant and proactive in their efforts to counter the threat of insurgency and build a brighter future for the entire CALABARZON region.