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Monday, June 22, 2026 12:00 AM

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗚 𝟭𝟬-𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The Force Reconnaissance Regiment (FRR), Philippine Marine Corps (PMC) led a series of Special Operations Forces (SOF) training activities during Exercise KAMANDAG 10-2026 in Ternate, Cavite, on June 22, 2026.

The training brought together operators from the PMC’s, Republic of Korea Marine Corps (ROKMC), Philippine Coast Guard Special Operations Force (PCG-SOF), Philippine National Police Maritime Group (PNP-MG), and Philippine National Police Special Action Force (PNP-SAF). Observers from Canada, Spain, and Thailand also witnessed the activity, highlighting the multinational character of the exercise and the shared commitment of participating nations to regional security and cooperation.

A key highlight of the training was the Boat Raid Exercise, which showcased coordinated sea-to-shore operations and validated the readiness and operational capabilities of participating SOF units. PMC water assets supported the activity, while integrated Scout Sniper teams provided reconnaissance, overwatch, and precision support, enhancing situational awareness and tactical effectiveness throughout the mission. Participating forces also conducted Close Quarters Battle (CQB) drills, demonstrating proficiency in room-clearing procedures, close-range engagements, and coordinated tactical movement.

Through realistic and integrated training, Exercise KAMANDAG 10-2026 continues to strengthen partnerships, improve interoperability, and enhance the collective readiness of allied and partner forces to respond effectively to evolving security challenges in support of regional security, stability, and a free and open Indo-Pacific.

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