by Miriam G.Desacada
Tacloban City– The Regional Peace and Order Council (RPOC) of Eastern Visayas on Monday Feb 24, 2025 highlighted the notable updates and achievements of the anti- insurgency efforts and sustainance of the internal peace and security within the region.
During the first quarter meeting led by RPOC Chairperson Mayor Alfred Romualdez of Tacloban City ,alongside council members and officials from the 8th Infantry Division (8ID) of the Philippine Army, Police Regional Office (PRO) VIII, the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), and other member agencies.
Colonel Ernesto R . Dela Rosa Jr., the 8ID’s Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations, provided a comprehensive updates to the council the Internal Security Operations in Eastern Visayas.
For his part, Major General Adonis Ariel G. Orio, Commander of the 8ID, notably mentioned that these successes were the result of the united efforts of RPOC 8 member agencies whose collaboration has been instrumental in the ongoing fight against the remaining communist terrorist groups (CTGs) under the Eastern Visayas Regional Party Committee (EVRPC).
“This year, our mission is to achieve the total eradication of the EVRPC and secure a decisive victory. This will be accomplished through significant strides in our anti-insurgency operations, showcasing the formidable strength of our collective commitment. Standing together as one, we are laying the foundation for enduring peace and sustainable development in Eastern Visayas.” Maj. Gen. Orio emphasized.