AFP chief beefs up PH defense partnership in Shangri-La Dialogue
Philippine News Agency
By Priam Nepomuceno
June 5, 2025, 10:29 am
MANILA -- Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief, Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr., met with foreign military leaders at the recently concluded Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore as part of efforts to beef up the country's defense partnerships.
In a statement Wednesday, the AFP said Brawner participated in high-level discussions focused on strengthening regional security cooperation, advancing joint defense capabilities, and promoting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region.
The Shangri-La Dialogue was held from May 30 to June 1 this year.
The participation underscored the Philippines' active role in addressing evolving security challenges alongside allies and strategic partners.
"Throughout the dialogue, Gen. Brawner met with counterparts from allied and partner nations to explore opportunities for joint training, capability-building, and information-sharing initiatives. These engagements reaffirmed the AFP's commitment to fostering strong international defense relations," it added. (PNA)
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