Marcos urges 34 newly promoted AFP officers to develop future leaders

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. challenged 34 newly promoted generals and flag officers of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to develop the next generation of military leaders and strengthen the institution beyond their respective terms.

The officers, led by AFP Chief of Staff Gen. Antonio Nafarrete, took their oath before the President at Malacañang on Tuesday, 10 November.

Marcos congratulated the senior military officials, saying their promotions reflected years of service, greater responsibilities and the military's confidence in their leadership.

“Your promotion is a recognition of years of service, the duties you have carried, and the confidence that the AFP has placed in your leadership,” Marcos said.

The President urged the officers to share their experience, mentor their subordinates and develop leadership capabilities within their respective commands.

“So, share the lessons of your experience. Develop the abilities of those under your command. Build an institution whose strength endures beyond the tenure of any leader,” he said.

Marcos emphasized that the newly promoted officers' responsibilities extend beyond their individual assignments to preparing future leaders and ensuring continuity within the AFP.