Andres Centino appointed as new Philippine Army chief — Palace
MANILA, Philippines — Major General Andres Centino has been appointed as the Commanding General of the Philippine Army, Malacañang confirmed on Sunday.
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque said that President Rodrigo Duterte signed his appointment on Friday, May 14.
“We are confident that MGen Centino will continue the initiatives to professionalize and modernize the principal branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines while building the gains to serve our people and secure our land,” Roque said in a statement.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) welcomed the appointment of MGen Centino, who replaced Lt. Gen Jose Faustino Jr.
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“His appointment came at the time when the AFP is vigorously pursuing its initiatives and building on its gains to defeat the Communist Terrorist Group, the Abu Sayyaf Group, and the BIFF (Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters),” the AFP said in a statement. “And this is where his attributes are expected to contribute immensely.”
“Given his known professionalism, operational experience, and managerial skills gained from various leadership echelons of the AFP, MGen Centino will undoubtedly stir the Army to greater heights,” the AFP added.
