AFP Chief Inspected Armor Division Including Sabrah ASCOD 2 and Pandur II Tanks

03 Februari 2023

Visiting AFP Chief to Armor (Pambato) Division (photos : AFP)

CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City – General Andres Centino PA, Chief of Staff, AFP (CSAFP), addressed the Armor (Pambato) Division, Philippine Army, during his visit to Camp O'Donnell, Sta. Lucia, Capas, Tarlac on January 30, 2023.

In his talk to the "mounted warriors," CSAFP spoke of the AFP's accomplishments in combating several threats and problems in the country. However, he emphasized that though the insurgency threat has been significantly reduced, more efforts are needed to pave the way for an environment conducive to progress and development.

During his visit, the CSAFP also inspected Armor Division's newly acquired assets, including the Sabrah ASCOD 2 and Pandur II tanks, upgraded armored combat vehicles, and Simba fighting vehicles, which provide close and indirect fire support for the maneuvering unit.

 

These are part of the AFP Modernization Program aimed at improving the Army's capability to operate and integrate tanks in military operations.

(AFP)