The Western Command (abbrv. as WESCOM) is the Armed Forces of the Philippines' unified command in charge of the islands of Palawan and Kalayaan, including the disputed Spratly Islands group. It is responsible for the defense of these areas against external aggression, as well as combating terrorism and insurgency.
The following are the units that are under the Western Command:
Tactical Operations Wing West, PAF
Naval Forces West, PN
MBLT-3, PMC
MBLT-4, PMC
18th Special Forces Company (Riverine), PA
3rd Marine Brigade, PMC
Referencesedit
^"PNP chief's younger brother named new Wescom commander". Philippine News Agency.
^"PH joins SE Asia search for Malaysian plane". Rappler. 8 March 2014.
External linksedit
Official website
February 05, 2024
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