AFP, PCG to get boats from Cebu

CEBU - The Department of Defense is looking into purchasing locally-made ships from Cebu for the modernization program of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP).

Sulu celebrates 633rd Bangsa Sug Day

A provincial government photo shows Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro with Sulu Governor Sakur Tan during the celebration of the 633 Bangsa Sug Day.

ZAMBOANGA CITY – Thousands of people participated in the three-day celebration of the 633rd Anniversary of Local Governance and Public Administration in Sulu province with Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro as guest of honor.

‘Non-monetary benefits’ for soldiers, families continue

MANILA – Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro said the non-monetary benefits that the government provides soldiers and their families would entice them to stay longer and wait for their mandatory retirement from the military service.

Gilbert Teodoro is new Philippines Defense chief

MANILA - President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has named lawyer Gilberto Teodoro Jr. as the new Defense secretary replacing former military general Carlito Galvez.

Advisory body to finish vetting process before April 24

THE FIVE-member advisory body looking into the possible involvement in illegal drugs of senior officers of the Philippine National Police (PNP) is aiming to finish the vetting process before PNP chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. reaches the retirement age of 56 on April 24.