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According to the report, the Philippine Army has activated its inaugural land-based missile battalion to boost the country’s defense and long-range strike capability. The 1st Ground-Launched Missile Battalion was formally established at the Artillery Regiment “King of Battle” headquarters in Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija.
Army spokesperson Colonel Louie Dema-ala said the activation is part of continuing modernization efforts to strengthen overall readiness, aligned with national security policies and strict security protocols.
The report also stated that Brig. Gen. Marion Angcao, the Philippine Army’s Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations, served as the guest of honor and speaker at the event. Angcao led the unfurling of the unit’s flag, formally marking the battalion’s activation. He said the new unit will strengthen the army’s ability to deter threats and protect the country, stressing the responsibility that comes with using advanced weapons and the need for “professionalism, precision, and discipline.”
Source: The Defense Post
Army spokesperson Colonel Louie Dema-ala said the activation is part of continuing modernization efforts to strengthen overall readiness, aligned with national security policies and strict security protocols.
The report also stated that Brig. Gen. Marion Angcao, the Philippine Army’s Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations, served as the guest of honor and speaker at the event. Angcao led the unfurling of the unit’s flag, formally marking the battalion’s activation. He said the new unit will strengthen the army’s ability to deter threats and protect the country, stressing the responsibility that comes with using advanced weapons and the need for “professionalism, precision, and discipline.”
Source: The Defense Post
