PACT SIGNED. Aurora Governor Gerardo Noveras delivers his message during the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the Philippine Army and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on Wednesday (Aug. 26, 2020). The MOU intends to beef up efforts on the coastal and marine protection in the province. (Photo by Jason de Asis)
BALER, Aurora – The Philippine Army’s 91st Infantry Battalion and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) have teamed-up to beef up the implementation of the law on the coastal and marine protection.
Lt. Col. Reandrew P. Rubio, commanding officer of 91st IB and Alfredo B. Collado, provincial environment and natural officer, led on Wednesday the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that would strengthen efforts in protecting the coastal and marine ecosystems.
The MOU also covers the mutual cooperation in the development support and disaster relief efforts.
“We will continue our mandated duty to help and do everything that is right with good and effective governance and good management to strengthen the implementation of law for peace, rescue and relief efforts and the protection and conservation of our natural resources,” Rubio said.
The event was highlighted by the donation of a motorized banca by the DENR to the 91IB.
Governor Gerardo A. Noveras, who witnessed the MOU signing, said that he is very grateful to be invited to the noble activity.
“I hope the good relationship of different government agencies will remain and will get stronger to maintain peace and development in our province. I am extending my sincerest thanks to the Philippine Army for being industrious and really working on a way to develop what they want to do for the people,” Noveras said.
Collado, for his part, cited the importance to secure and protect the province especially in times of disasters and emergencies.
The activity was also witnessed by the personnel of Philippine National Police and the Philippine Coast Guard. (PNA)
