Talk to Troops Camp General Gonzalo H. Siongco 4/29/2024

Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte
April 29, 2024
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recognizes the exemplary soldiers of the 6th Infantry Division (6ID) of the Philippine Army at Camp Brigadier General Gonzalo H. Siongco in Barangay Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte on April 29, 2024.
Receiving the Distinguished Conduct Star Award are 1st Lieutenant Johnrel Uy and Sergeant Randy Micabalo. Meanwhile, the Gold Cross Medals are awarded to 1st Lieutenant Ren Mark Maladrigo, Staff Sergeant Henry Suay Jr. and Corporal Marvin Taras.
In his message, the Commander-In-Chief highlights the Philippine Army’s indispensable role in preserving peace and preparing for the upcoming Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) elections and underscores the importance of the military's dual role as both warfighters and peacemakers.
The President also recognizes the sacrifices and steadfast efforts of the troops in combating violent extremism and contributing to the successes of the peace process in Mindanao.
“To this day, you continue to show the true essence of service and of selflessness. For that, a nation of more than a hundred million provides to you a very, very heartfelt gratitude and a snappy salute,” he says.
The President lauds the collaborative efforts of the Western Mindanao Command, the Joint Task Force Central, and the 6th ID in engaging with stakeholders such as the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and other groups inclined towards peace, which have helped foster an atmosphere conducive to prosperity in the Bangsamoro region.
With a visit to the military hospital prior to addressing the troops of the 6ID, President Marcos Jr. acknowledges the ongoing risks and challenges faced by the troops, reaffirming their necessity as skilled warfighters even as their role evolves towards peacekeeping.
Looking ahead, President Marcos Jr. emphasizes the significance of the first BARMM parliamentary elections slated for May 2025, marking a pivotal step towards autonomy and lasting peace in the region. He expresses his confidence in the military's capabilities to ensure a safe and fair electoral process, laying the foundation for a ‘Bagong Pilipinas.’
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