President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reiterated his commitment to modernize the AFP, as he underscored the important role of the Philippine Air Force in securing the country’s territory from foreign entities. | FMangosingINQ MRamosINQ /PDI
The President also praised the airmen for assisting civilian agencies during calamities.
The President also led the inspection of a housing project in the City of San Fernando, the provincial capital. “I reiterate that this administration is committed to strengthening the Armed Forces, including [the PAF], through the acquisitions under the AFP modernization program,” the President said.Meanwhile, the Philippines and the United States are holding the second iteration of Cope Thunder, a large-scale joint air exercise that began on July 2 and ends on July 21.
Other aircraft to be used in the joint exercise are C-130 Hercules transport planes and A-10 Warthog attack aircraft. Some 225 US airmen are expected to take part in the drills.
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