FORT BONIFACIO, Taguig City – The Philippine Army commemorated the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Month on August 5, 2024 at the Headquarters Philippine Army, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City.
The month-long observance of IHL is anchored on the theme “75 Years of Commitment to IHL Awareness, Compassion, Peace, progress: The Strength of IHL in the New Philippines”. During the ceremony, all officers, enlisted personnel, and civilian human resource reaffirmed the AFP Soldiers’ Pledge of Reaffirmation and Commitment and Support to the International Humanitarian Law.
“The 2024 IHL Commemoration becomes even more significant as the Philippine Army shifts its focus from internal security operations to territorial defense. As members of the Philippine Army, let us stand strong and resolute as the vanguards of human rights against the perpetrators of atrocities. Every soldier is expected to carry out his duties and responsibilities according to the highest standard of excellence and discipline,” Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Roy M. Galido imparted.
