Nafarrete named new AFP chief
Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete has been appointed as the new chief of staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, succeeding Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. Nafarrete emphasized a commitment to strengthening territorial defense and continuing military modernization.
Why it matters
Leadership changes in the Philippine military are critical given ongoing regional maritime tensions and national security priorities.
MANILA, Philippines - The Department of National Defense (DND) yesterday announced the appointment of Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete as the new chief of staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), replacing Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr., who retired after completing his fixed three-year term.
During the AFP change of command ceremony at Camp Aguinaldo, Nafarrete vowed to prioritize strengthening the country's territorial defense capabilities while continuing military modernization and expanding defense partnerships.
"Today, the Armed Forces of the Philippines stand at a pivotal point in its transformation. Under my lead, the AFP's foremost imperative is to strengthen territorial defense and further operationalize the comprehensive archipelagic concept," Nafarrete said.
Prior to his appointment by President Marcos, Nafarrete served as the commanding general of the Philippine Army. He will be succeeded by Lt. Gen. Donald Gumiran, the former commander of the Western Mindanao Command.
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