03 October 2011

News Story: (Philippines) AFP to coordinate with neighboring countries to secure maritime borders

By Alexis Romero

MANILA, Philippines - The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) will work closely with other Southeast Asian countries to secure the country’s maritime borders amid reports that foreign terrorists are using the porous southern backdoor to enter and leave the country undetected.

AFP public affairs chief Col. Arnulfo Burgos Jr. noted that the Philippines has existing agreements with Malaysia and Indonesia on securing border patrols and thwarting terrorism.

Read the full story at The Philippine Star