AFP top brass assures support to VP’S projects in camp meeting

VICE President Leni Robredo visited Camp Aguinaldo on Monday and met with top military officials, including Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Gilbert Gapay, who assured the military’s continuing support to her humanitarian programs.

The Vice President was personally received by Gapay in a customary arrival honors before both proceeded to the Office of the Chief of Staff for a meeting, which was joined by Robredo’s staff and the AFP Joint Staff.

During the meeting, Robredo expressed her gratitude to the military for its support to the many projects spearheaded by the Office of the Vice President.

The projects include the Oasis wherein military engineers are assisting in the construction of temporary shelters to provide comfortable sleeping accommodations to medical workers involved in the battle against the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Vice President also commended the AFP in its efforts to fight the pandemic and noted how the organization has cared for its personnel, which allowed it to continue in supporting government efforts.

The AFP is also supportive of the Office of the Vice President’s livelihood programs for less fortunate youths in far-flung areas and barangays.

During the meeting, Robredo also emphasized the importance of good governance and education for the youth for them to have a better future and for the “deradicalization” of youths, especially in Mindanao.

The Vice President also noted the efforts of the AFP in protecting and preserving the country’s maritime interests in the West Philippine Sea.

“The AFP is honored to have Vice President Leni Robredo who took time out of her busy schedule to visit the military’s general headquarters and convey her message of support to our entire endeavor,” Gapay said of the meeting.

“As the mandated protectors of the people and state, the AFP will continue to support the Office of the Vice President, as well as all humanitarian assistance programs anchored on maintaining peace and development in the country,” he added.