AFP Organization Overview

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What is one of the main roles of the GHQ?

To perform ground operations.

To provide command, control and direction to the AFP. (correct)

To organize airlift operations.

To enforce laws on the Philippine seas.

Which function is NOT part of the Philippine Army's mission?

To perform other functions as provided by law.

To organize, train, and equip forces for land operations.

To conduct prompt and sustained air operation. (correct)

To develop tactics and techniques for field operations.

Which of the following is a function of the Philippine Air Force?

To organize all naval reserve units.

To enforce regulations on navigation.

To organize and equip for tactical air operations. (correct)

To conduct naval operations.

What is a primary function of the Philippine Navy?

To formulate and develop doctrines for maritime operations. Signup and view all the answers

Which unified command oversees operations in the National Capital Region?

National Capital Region Command (NCRCOM) Signup and view all the answers

What is a task performed by all branches of the Armed Forces as indicated in their missions?

To organize reserve units. Signup and view all the answers

Which command is responsible for overseeing operations in Eastern Mindanao?

Eastern Mindanao Command (EASTMINCOM) Signup and view all the answers

What is a function entrusted to higher authorities within the Philippine Armed Forces?

Performing tasks assigned by law. Signup and view all the answers

Who currently serves as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines?

Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary responsibilities of the Secretary of National Defense?

Serve as civilian advisor to the President on defense matters Signup and view all the answers

Who assumed the role of Chief of Staff of the AFP on 19 July 2023?

Gen Romeo S Brawner Jr AFP Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the mission of the AFP?

To defend the Republic of the Philippines and assist in socio-economic programs Signup and view all the answers

Which major service is NOT part of the AFP organizational structure?

Coast Guard Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of the AFP?

Plan and deploy citizen reserve forces for national security Signup and view all the answers

Which command is NOT a unified command within the AFP?

PAF Signup and view all the answers

What leadership position does the Chief of Staff, AFP hold?

Commands the Armed Forces of the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

What is the full title of the military branch led by Gen Romeo S Brawner Jr AFP?

Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines Signup and view all the answers

What date did Gilberto C Teodoro assume the role of Secretary of National Defense?

05 June 2023 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

AFP Organization

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is the military organization of the Philippines
The AFP is led by the Commander-in-Chief, who is the President of the Philippines
The President is Ferdinand "Bongbong" Romualdez Marcos Jr
The Secretary of National Defense is the civilian advisor to the President on matters of defense and security
The current Secretary of National Defense is Gilberto C Teodoro
The Chief of Staff, AFP commands the AFP and is the principal military advisor to the President
The current Chief of Staff, AFP is Gen Romeo S Brawner Jr AFP
The AFP's main function is to defend the Republic of the Philippines and safeguard its national territory
The AFP also assists the government with socio-economic programs

AFP Organization Chart

The AFP is organized into the General Headquarters (GHQ), Major Services, Unified Commands, and AFP Wide Support & Separate Units
The GHQ provides command, control, and direction to the AFP and formulates plans and programs for the Major Services
The Major Services are the Philippine Army, Philippine Air Force, and Philippine Navy
There are seven Unified Commands: National Capital Region Command (NCRCOM), Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM), Southern Luzon Command (SOLCOM), Western Command (WESCOM), Central Command (CENCOM), Eastern Mindanao Command (EASTMINCOM), and the recently activated Southern Mindanao Command (SOUTHCOM)
The AFP Wide Support & Separate Units include the AFP Personnel Center, AFP Logistics Center, Philippine Military Academy, Inspector General of the AFP, and AFP Medical Center
Each organizational unit has different functions based on their respective role within the AFP

Philippine Army Mission

The Philippine Army (PA) is responsible for conducting prompt and sustained ground operations
The PA also organizes, trains, and equips forces for all land operations

Philippine Air Force Mission

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) conducts prompt and sustained air operations
The PAF also operates airlift, airborne, and tactical air operations unilaterally or in coordination with surface forces
The PAF formulates and develops doctrines, concepts, systems, policies, procedures, strategies, tactics and techniques for air operations

Philippine Navy Mission

The Philippine Navy (PN) conducts prompt and sustained naval and maritime operations
The PN organizes, trains, and equips forces for all naval operations
The PN also enforces applicable laws upon the Philippine seas and waters
The PN formulates and develops doctrines, concepts, systems, policies, procedures, strategies, tactics, and techniques for all naval operations

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Description

Explore the structure and leadership of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). This quiz covers key figures such as the President and Secretary of National Defense, as well as the AFP's functions and organization chart. Test your knowledge on the commands and responsibilities within the AFP.