BOOSTING DEFENSE. Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) officials pose at one of the country's naval detachments in Batanes province on Monday (April 22, 2024). The AFP on Tuesday (April 23) said it has installed high-tech Harris radios in its naval detachments located in Mavulis, Fuga, and Calayan Islands, significantly enhancing communication capabilities across the country's northernmost province of Batanes. (Photo courtesy of Nolcom)
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines' Northern Luzon Command (Nolcom) announced Tuesday the installation of high-tech Harris radios in its naval detachments located in Mavulis, Fuga, and Calayan Islands.
The Nolcom, in a statement, said the installation of these sophisticated communication equipment took place from Sunday to Tuesday morning.
These communication devices are designed to provide reliable and secure voice and data communication capabilities, even in challenging environments.
It also said Nolcom commander, Air Force Lt. Gen. Ferynl G. Buca led the "site survey inspection and installation" in Mavulis.
"Simultaneously, the 2nd Communications, Electronics, and Information Systems Group, Communications, Electronics, and Information Systems Service, Armed Forces of the Philippines personnel worked diligently to install Harris radios at Fuga and Calayan Islands," the Nolcom stressed.
The Nolcom said the installation of Harris radios will significantly enhance communication capabilities across Batanes, strengthening maritime security and external defense efforts in the region.
Buca's visit to these installations aims to ensure the operational readiness of strategic military installations within the Batanes province, the Nolcom added.
The Nolcom chief, together with other military officials, also conducted a "meticulous assessment of the facilities", including the helipad at Mavulis Naval Detachment, to ensure its operational efficacy.
"Our proactive approach to enhancing communication infrastructure and ensuring the readiness of our strategic outposts is crucial to safeguarding our national interests and promoting regional stability, particularly in maritime security and external defense," the Nolcom noted. (PNA)
