00:00 The AFP is not only preparing for terrorism in their large-scale formation exercises,
00:07 but also adding to the training of Army Reservists the scenario of the Philippines being invaded by other countries.
00:15 Ivan Mayrin was on the scene.
00:17 In a province known for its tranquility and peace,
00:26 AFP Northern Luzon Command chose 100 Army Reservists to train.
00:30 From using guns to combat skills, some of the officers were taught.
00:35 Even though facing Taiwan, China is still in the lead.
00:39 AFP NOLCOM's gate has no security barriers and they will not be deployed.
00:43 The Defense Department just wants to ensure that they are combat-ready if necessary.
00:48 We need to actually activate our Reservists nationwide.
00:52 Because in cases of emergency, we need to upgrade or intensify our defense posture in the North.
01:02 The training of our Reservists is part of the compliance of our Philippine Navy.
01:07 But the Philippine Army itself, aside from previously training the rebel terrorists in the country,
01:13 has also been trained in the scenario of the invasion.
01:16 Here in the center is the CATEX or Combined Army Training Exercise.
01:20 You simulate the possible security situation that will befall our country.
01:29 We do this to train our units in their new duty to defend our land.
01:39 It is not clear to Galido what the particular target is preparing.
01:44 Senator Robin Padilla, an Army Reserve with a rank of Lieutenant Colonel,
01:48 is organizing basic military training for the officials and the Senate.
01:53 This is a good way to teach discipline not only in defending the country,
01:57 but also in responding to calamities and disasters.
02:00 For GMA Integrated News, Ivan Meyri, for 24 Hours.
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