AFP sees stronger defense ties with French counterparts
Philippine News Agency
By Priam Nepomuceno
September 17, 2025, 1:13 pm
MANILA -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Wednesday said it is seeing stronger defense relations with its French counterparts in the coming years.
This was highlighted during the meeting between AFP chief Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. and Brig. Gen. Patrick Vaglio, Head of Division at the Joint Headquarters International Staff of the French Armed Forces, during the latter's courtesy visit in Camp Aguinaldo on Tuesday.
"[Vaglio's] visit forms part of the ongoing Philippines-France Joint Defense Cooperation Committee initiatives aimed at strengthening bilateral military relations and enhancing defense cooperation between the two nations," the AFP said in a news release.
The AFP said the two military officials discussed areas of mutual interest and explored opportunities to deepen collaboration in defense and security matters.
"The courtesy visit underscores the commitment of both armed forces to maintaining a strong partnership and promoting regional peace and stability," the AFP said.
Also on Tuesday, Vaglio paid a courtesy call on Philippine Air Force (PAF) vice commander Maj. Gen. Aristotle Gonzalez at the PAF headquarters in Villamor Airbase, Pasay City.
"The visit highlighted discussions on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring potential avenues for future cooperation between the PAF and the French Armed Forces," PAF said in a separate statement.
"This engagement reflects the shared commitment of both nations to advancing defense cooperation." (PNA)
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