Speaking for the first time after joining President Rodrigo Duterte’s official visits to Israel and Jordan, the AFP chief reminded troops to remain faithful to the Constitution, else they would be dealt with accordingly. “I am nonetheless reminding every soldier, airman, sailor, and marine not to meddle or take part in partisan politics. The AFP chief also warned persons and groups “sowing intrigues and discord among its officers and enlisted personnel” amid speculations that there were “rumblings” in the military. I assure our people that, as in many times in the past, the AFP will be one and undivided as an organization,” Galvez said. “While I am aware that the troops have individual views on many issues, those merely hallmark an intelligent and matured organization like the AFP.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer September 09, 2018 13:07 UTC