PMA secures P379-M funding for Modern Warfare Laboratory

The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) has secured P379.48 million in funding for the construction of a Modern Warfare Laboratory, a facility aimed at equipping future military officers with emerging defense technologies and modern operational capabilities.

The funding, provided by the Bloomberry Cultural Foundation Inc. (BCFI), forms part of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation's (PAGCOR) support for the modernization of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). The project includes the demolition of the old PMA Station Hospital and the construction of a two-story laboratory designed to train cadets in contemporary military concepts, operational decision-making, and emerging defense technologies. Demolition is expected to begin in the coming weeks, while the facility is targeted for completion in the fourth quarter of 2027.

PAGCOR Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alejandro H. Tengco, who witnessed the signing of the memorandum of agreement between the PMA and BCFI, said the state gaming agency remains committed to supporting initiatives that strengthen the AFP.

"Kung mayroon pong tagubilin ang Pangulong Ferdinand Marcos Jr. sa akin bilang Chairman at CEO ng PAGCOR, ito po ay ang tumulong sa pangangailangan ng Sandatahang Lakas ng Pilipinas."

"Kaya naman patuloy po nating susuportahan ang iba't ibang programa na magpapalakas sa ating Armed Forces," Tengco added.

Tengco also thanked the Bloomberry Cultural Foundation, led by President Donato Almeda and Chairman Enrique K. Razon Jr., for its continued support for the military, including the PMA.

For his part, Almeda reaffirmed the foundation's commitment to supporting the academy.

"Nandito kami para i-commit sa inyo na we will continue to help the Academy in the smallest way we can," Almeda said.

According to PAGCOR, the Modern Warfare Laboratory is among the numerous projects undertaken by the Bloomberry Cultural Foundation for the PMA and the military community. Under PAGCOR's regulatory policy, integrated resort licensees are required to establish foundations and allocate a portion of their revenues to programs supporting cultural heritage, education, healthcare, sports development, and other nation-building initiatives.