LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – A total of 3,670 personnel are being deployed for the 20th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting and 13th ADMM-Plus, Mayor Cindi King Chan said after joining a send-off ceremony at the Liberty Shrine.
Chan joined uniformed personnel and partner agencies at the ceremony.
"A total of 3,670 personnel from the Philippine National Police, Bureau of Fire Protection, Philippine Coast Guard, Philippine Navy, Philippine Army, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, Department of Health, and Office of Civil Defense are being deployed for this mission. Their readiness reflects the importance of coordination, discipline, and the Bayanihan spirit in ensuring the safety of delegates," Chan said.
She was joined by Police Lt. Gen. Neri Vincent Ignacio, Commander of the PNP ASEAN Security Task Force; Police Brig. Gen. Arnold Abad, Regional Director of PRO7 and Overall Commander of Task Group Central Visayas; Maj. Gen. Moises Micor of the Philippine Air Force, VISCOM Commander; and Fire Chief Supt. Rodolfo Denaga, DSC, BFP Region 7 Commander.
Also present were OCD7 Regional Director Joel Mamon and officials of partner agencies.
"Standing on the historic grounds where Datu LapuLapu defended our homeland 505 years ago, we are reminded of the courage and duty that continue to shape our nation. The City Government of Lapu-Lapu stands ready to work closely with all participating agencies as we demonstrate the Philippines' capability to host this gathering. We are ready, we are capable, and we are one in this mission. Welcome to our Historic City, the home of our first Filipino hero, Datu LapuLapu," Chan said.
Source: Mayor Cindi King Chan's official Facebook page