Ang Pahayagan

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The Northern Luzon Command, Armed Forces of the Philippines (NOLCOM AFP) and the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) have forged a partnership to enhance coordination and streamline processes for Philippine Navy vessel operations in Subic Bay.

LTGEN Fernyl Galera Buca PAF, Commander of the NOLCOM AFP, paid a courtesy visit to SBMA Chairman and Administrator Jonathan D. Tan at the SBMA administration office in Subic Bay Freeport zone on Wednesday, July 05.

During the visit, Buca proposed for the possibility of waiving fees for invited allied forces, as a way of demonstrating their commitment to strengthen regional partnerships and promote collaboration. 

Both parties recognized the importance of establishing a structure that considers mutual benefits derived from international naval engagements and supports SBMA’s infrastructure development.

Also during the said meeting, both officials highlighted the positive impact of PN’s Civil-Military Operations activities in nearby areas of Zambales, emphasizing collaborative efforts to promote goodwill, humanitarian assistance, and community engagements.

The convergence of the two organizations demonstrates the commitment of the AFP and SBMA to strengthen their partnership in promoting regional security, and fostering lasting development. (PR / NolCom)

📸 Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Chairman and Administrator Jonathan D. Tan pose for a photo souvenir with the officers of the Northern Luzon Command led by LtGen Fernyl G. Buca, Commander of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM), after a courtesy call on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. Also joining the Chairman are Commodore Francisco G. Tagamolila, Jr., of the Naval Forces Northern Luzon (NFNL), Commodore Alfonspin P. Tumanda, Col. Fidel I. Macatangay of the Naval Installation and Facilities-Zambales and LtCol Ferdinand Foronda, Commanding officer of the Naval Operation Base-Subic.