The Western Command (abbrv. as WESCOM) is the

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' unified command in charge of the islands of

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and Kalayaan, including the disputed

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group. It is responsible for the defense of these areas against external aggression, as well as combating terrorism and insurgency.

Operations

* Anti-guerrilla operations against the

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* Anti-terrorist operations against known terror groups operating in their area of responsibility. * Guarding and patrol operation on the Spratly Islands (Kalayaan Island Group). *Defense and protection of Palawan and islands in the

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(relevant areas referred to by the Philippine government as West Philippine Sea) against Chinese aggression. * Joint Multinational Search and Rescue Operations for

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Organization

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

References

External links

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Official History of the AFP citing the creation of Central Command
{{DEFAULTSORT:Afp Western Command Regional commands of the Philippines Military units and formations established in 2001 Puerto Princesa

Operations

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