FORT BONIFACIO, Taguig City – The Chiefs of Army and Sergeants Major from the ten ASEAN countries gathered for the ASEAN Chiefs of Army Multilateral Meeting (ACAMM) and the ASEAN Sergeants Major Annual Meeting (ASMAM) on November 21, 2024 at the Hilton Hotel in Clark Pampanga to forge bonds and renew their commitment towards a united ASEAN Region.
The Philippine National Security Adviser Secretary Eduardo M. Año graced the ceremony as the guest of honor and speaker and emphasized the importance of multilateral coordination in achieving lasting stability in the region.
During the ceremony, Philippine Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Roy M. Galido acknowledged the ASEAN Armies’ role in maintaining and reinforcing stability in the region.
This collaboration strengthens not only our respective militaries, but also the region as a whole, ensuring that ASEAN is not just a strategic geographical area but a powerful force for stability,” he said.
ACAMM aims to maintain ASEAN nations’ multilateral cooperation in addressing traditional and non-traditional security risks. It also underscores the ASEAN leadership’s collective resolve to bolster regional peace and stability with a shared vision of fostering enhanced military cooperation and mutual understanding among member states. On the other hand, ASMAM continues to be a cornerstone of ASEAN military cooperation by bringing together the NCO leadership from across the region to foster a stronger, more cohesive Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) network.
The multilateral meetings, which form part of the key component of the ASEAN Armies Annual Meet (AAAM), served as a platform to display genuine commitment among the ASEAN Chief of Armies and Non-Commissioned Officers to work together in the face of evolving challenges. Participating countries include Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. (PR)
