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CAFGU stands for Citizen Armed Force Geographical Unit, a military unit that focuses on anti-insurgency efforts in the countryside. It was created in 1987 and has about 69,000 active troopers as of 2022, but has faced allegations of human rights abuses.
The Philippine Army is the main, oldest and largest branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), responsible for ground warfare. It traces its origins to the Philippine Revolution against Spain and the United States, and has participated in many conflicts since then.
The Reserve Command (ARESCOM) is a major support command of the Philippine Army that manages, organizes and trains reservists. It was created in 1992 and has a legal mandate to help enhance and sustain national security and development.
The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) is the premier military academy for Filipinos aspiring for a commission as a military officer of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). It was established in 1936 and is located in Baguio City, where it offers a Bachelor of Science in National Security Management.
Learn about the highest-ranking military officer in the Philippines, who is appointed by the President and reports to the Secretary of National Defense. Find out the history, organization, and term limit of the position, as well as the current incumbent and the proposed reforms.
Pag-IBIG Fund is a government-owned corporation that administers the savings program and affordable housing financing for Filipinos. It covers all Filipino citizens who are or ought to be covered by the Social Security System, and offers various benefits and loans to its members.
AFPMBAI is a non-stock corporation that offers life insurance, loans, and other benefits to members of the AFP, PNP, BFP, BJMP, and PCG. It started in 1949 as the AFPMBS and has expanded its services and membership over the years.
A comprehensive list of vehicles, weapons and equipment used by the Philippine Army, the ground warfare branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Includes tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, armored personnel carriers, artillery, mortars, small arms and more.