AFP acquiring equipment resistant to ‘climate change’

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MANILA — With climate change now a growing concern worldwide, Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief-of-staff Gen. Gregorio Pio Catapang announced that the military is now acquiring equipment which can be deployed even in the most inclement and vilest weather conditions.

He added that this requirement was included in the ongoing acquisition of modern ships for the Navy and patrol aircraft for the Air Force.

“There is a need to acquire more robust aircraft and ships, capable of flying and sailing, even during the strongest of typhoons,” Catapang pointed out.

And having these capabilities will along these military assets give the country a much needed boost in conducting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions in wake of calamities.

The AFP chief added that steps are also underway to ensure that all military camps and bases in the country more resistant to typhoon damage so that they play their role as the sallying point of military responders.