The Philippine Army will recruit more soldiers this year to support its campaign to end local armed conflict and terrorism aside from 5, 300 quotas announced this year.
It intends to enlarge the troops to aid the government to achieve its deadline to end local armed conflict and terrorism as well as to expand its support to the government’s nation-building efforts.
“Anyone who wants to serve our people is welcome to join as long as the Philippine Army’s qualifications are met. Qualified applicants will receive the same benefits during training and when they become part of the regular force,” said Army Spokesperson Lt. Col. Ramon P. Zagala.
President Duterte will provide 25,000 additional troops to the Armed Forces of the Philippines. The majority of it will go to the Philippine Army.
The Army also aims to capacitate its force against internal and external threats while promoting nationalism among the Filipinos.
The newly opened slots are allotted for both aspiring officers and enlisted personnel.
To join as a candidate soldier, the minimum qualifications are he or she must be 18 to 30 years old. He must be a Natural-born Filipino citizen, single, without a child, and is 5 feet to 6 feet and 4 inches tall.
An aspiring applicant must also pass the Armed Forces of the Philippines Service Aptitude Test (AFPSAT), Physical and Medical Examinations, and Physical Fitness Test.
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Those who are interested to apply may visit the Army recruitment centers in Cagayan De Oro City, Cebu City, and Taguig City. You can also visit the Official Facebook page for the Army Recruitment.
Applicants may also inquire to the nearest Army base in their localities for inquiries.
Source: Philippine Army
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