01-March-2022, Bagamanoc, Catanduanes – CAPTAIN SALVADOR G LAVAPIE JR PN(GSC), Chairman, Technical Working Group (TWG) Forward Operating Base (FOB) Catanduanes and Commander, Naval Task Force – 31 (NTF-31), paid a courtesy call to Catanduanes Governor, Hon. Joseph Chua Cua on 01 March 2022.

The courtesy call is in connection with the proposed construction of a Forward Operating Base (FOB) for ground, air, and naval assets including renovation of the dilapidated pier on the said area that shall cater to ships deployed in the eastern seaboard of the country. The team discussed the proposed location as well as the contribution of the Provincial Government of Catanduanes in the creation of the FOB.

This initiative is in line with AFP’s constitutional mandate of protecting the people, securing the sovereignty of the State, and the integrity of the national territory. Moreover, the activity exhibited Naval Forces Southern Luzon’s commitment and intent to protect and secure the territorial waters of Bicol and Southern Luzon against any foreign adversaries, invaders, or intruders.