THE Philippine National Police-Special Action Force (PNP-SAF) opened a basic airborne and parachute packing course at the SAF headquarters in Fort Sto. Domingo in Sta. Rosa City, Laguna to beef-up the unit’s corps of skydiving commandos, PNP-SAF director Major General Bernard Banac said on Saturday.

The PNP-SAF opened the course in preparation for any eventuality in case the tension in the West Philippine Sea turns uglier due to the aggressive moves of the Chinese Coast Guard.

In opening the course, the PNP-SAF director emphasized the critical role of airborne operations in navigating an ever-evolving security landscape.

Being the PNP’s main tactical unit, Banac stressed that the ability to rapidly deploy forces into hostile environments is strategically imperative.

Banac also said the course is an evidence of SAF’s unwavering commitment to excellence and preparedness in the face of adversity.

“As tensions escalate and uncertainties emerge, the SAF remains steadfast in its mission to protect and serve the Filipino people with valor and distinction,” he said

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