Nafarrete takes AFP helm amid renewed tensions with China
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed Gen. Antonio Nafarrete as the new chief of staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. The appointment comes amid escalating tensions with China in the West Philippine Sea, with Marcos emphasizing the military's duty to protect national sovereignty.
"WISDOM AND EXPERIENCE" Gen. Antonio Nafarrete (right) formally assumes command of the Armed Forces of the Philippines from Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. during a turnover ceremony on Tuesday led by President Marcos. - Photo by Marianne Bermudez MANILA, Philippines - Amid worsening tensions with China in the West Philippine Sea, President Marcos on Tuesday reaffirmed the mandate of the Armed Forces of the Philippines to defend the country, with his appointment of Gen. Antonio Nafarrete as the new chief of staff.
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