TODR (V14)

2 Visayas Command, AFP together with the City Government of Tal-
isay, and other stakeholders jointly commemorated the 77th “Takas sa
Talisay Kagawasan sa Sugbo” American Landing Anniversary Celebration
on 26 March 2022.

SUSTAINING WHILE DEVELOPING THE
JOINT FORCE

Matched Plans with the Means in Achieving Operational and Strategic Goals

Doctrinally, the core mission of VisCom is to conduct prompt and sustained joint air, sea, and land operations during
peace, conflict, and war including Military Operations Other than War (MOOTW) in the Joint Operational Area (JOA) in sup-
port of the AFP Mission. With the forgoing set priorities, VisCom must perform its Internal Defense Operation focusing on the
CTG; execute, when necessary, Contingency Operations to protect the country’s territory and sovereignty in the JOA; conducts
HADR to mitigate the effects of natural and human-induced disaster; and be ready to conduct SRR in the event the “Big One”
occurs in Luzon. Thus, the current and future Joint Operations Concept (JOC) and capabilities of VisCom must adopt to the
ever-changing landscape of the JOA.
In that scope, VisCom had focused on managing the restraints to respond more efficiently and effectively in both the
application of the “means,” and the execution of responsive plans weighing that “means” while achieving the goals.
Consequently, while higher authorities set fiscal limits in the upgrade of the joint force capability, VisCom narrowed
down the requirements through the existing campaigns review and assessment, the Command had drawn other calculations
which come-up to have additional two (2) plans in order to balance its “ways” and “means” and completely address the chal-
lenges.
Firstly, the Joint Force Operational Concept (JFOC) underpins the exact balance of the means required in achieving both
the internal and external defense goals in the current and future term. In the current term, it featured rationalization of forces
by adopting the higher headquarters sharing scheme in force employment of air and naval assets and following the “one in
one” concept of the ground forces; while continue outlining the future joint force design tailored in the changing course of
the joint operations environment. Currently, VisCom postured as a joint force featured with flexibility and freedom of move-
ment to dominate in the JOA. It equates the required “means” of dealing the challenges with accurate estimates, the excess
of forces derived from ISOs “one in one concept” performs other mandates like election duties, HADR and more. Moreso,
JFOC product became an accurate derivation of VisCom’s joint force design in its continuing development as the security en-

1vironment evolves.

Secondly, the Contingency Plan
filled the gaps in the “ways” to dealing
with new and current threats, it adopts
to the continuing development in the
security environment brought about by
globalization particularly the strategic
competition of the superpower coun-
tries, hybrid threats and the persisting
challenge by violent extremism - ter-
rorism. This plan was tailored in deal-
ing with Urban Terrorism by VisCom to
conduct Security and Stability Opera-
tions (SASO) to deter and/or suppress
lawless violence, defeat the Local/In-
ternational Terrorist Groups, and pre-
vent the spread of violent extremism
and ideology in the Visayas, in order to
restore public order and stability, and
ensure unhampered government func-
tions.
Furthermore, VisCom had en-
sured following its strategy map of
transformation to achieve efficient cal-
culation and balance between the re-
quired force design and resources while strengthening the required capabilities. Like the conduct of joint operation, it sets of
priorities are identified in the Breakthrough Goals such as: to enhance information system capability; to strengthen joint and
interagency operations for territorial defense; and to maintain a high level of community satisfaction on security and stability in
the JOA.

2 In that view, VisCom had simplified the blueprint of plans for joint operations and force development responsive to both

operational and strategic goals in support to the AFP, thus managing the restraint on resources and gaining the people’s support
at the same time.

The VISCOM Transformation Roadmap - Stimulating Our Journey for
Transformation

As a testimony of achievements in VisCom’s goal of organizational professionalism and efficiency to become a credible
joint force, the Command had a big stride in strategy management and acquire its recertification status. It instituted reforms
based on the principles of good governance and performance excellence. Along its transformation journey, VISCOM achieved
the Initiated status on 15 December 2015; Compliant on 29 April 2016; Proficient on 13 March 2017; and achieved the Institu-
tionalized status on 16 December 2019. Further, VISCOM underwent Recertification Process and Onsite Audit on 24-26 Novem-
ber 2021 and successfully had its Revalida on 25 May 2022. For the period, the Command was conferred the Recertified status
on 19 September 2022 with a rating of 92.52% and was given the Seal of Excellence.

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For the period, the level of community’s satisfaction in security and sta- 1
bility in the Visayas had earned the people’s trust to VisCom as a credible
force. It had manifested an increase in satisfaction rating from 90% in 2020
to 92% until the current year.

Substantially, the goal of strengthening the operational control capability by enhancing IS capability
had manifested an increase from 73% in CY 2020 to 100% in the current year.

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Most importantly, the increase on Joint and Interagency Operations for Territorial Defense has signifi-
cantly harnessed the support of stakeholders to reinvigorate VisCom in the execution of joint operations
and the employment of the “means”.

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Motivating Human Resources

Human Resource is the basic unit of the Command. Their collective output delivers the gains. Related to pursuing his
guidance of continuing the current efforts, LtGen Dauz followed the Command’s Strategic goal in transformation program of
strengthening personal values and culture. By appreciating the need for efficiency and effectiveness in their performance, the
Command gave primacy on instituting a balance implementation of rewards and punishment that would boost every human
resource’s morale and welfare while maintaining high standard of discipline. Moreover, premium on unit strength; knowledge
and skills; and health conditions were set to maintain a high state of personnel readiness.

In compliance to his guidelines, LtGen Dauz’s, maintained an effective strength in delivering the needed outputs, there
were 17 Officers, 20 Enlisted Personnel, and six (6) Civilian Human Resource gained to fill the shortage of doing the diverse
tasks. In recognizing the merits on performance, 22 Officers and EP were promoted to the next higher rank/grade at the HVis-
Com. For awards and decorations, a total of 76 various awards and decorations were granted to give merits on HR contribu-
tion to accomplishments reap by the Command. These awards and decorations were presented not only to HVisCom organic
members but also, to the members of the component commands in recognition of their staunch efforts to deal with different
challenges. Meanwhile, as part of the guidance on balancing the attendance to HR’s work and families, they were granted 261
Rest and Recreations (RnR), leaves, and other privileges. 1

In accordance with VISCOM’s thrust to institutionalize professionalism, a total of eight (8) Officers, seven (7) Enlisted Per-
sonnel, and 10 Civilian Human Resource were able to undergo career advancement and development trainings. Moreso, there
were five (5) income generating information drives conducted with 180 personnel as beneficiaries to increase their awareness
on other means of livelihood and initiate other source of income. To instill the policy on eschewing gender bias, the Command
maintained 100% compliant to the Gender Awareness Development (GAD) program through the successful conduct of sem-
inars and trainings such as: Marriage Enrichment with Positive Parenting Seminar; Gender Sensitivity Training; two (2) Gender
Responsive Planning and Budgeting Seminar Workshops, Observance of Women’s Month Celebration; and conduct of Mental
Wellness and Stress Management Seminar. These trainings and seminars were made available not only to the VisCom organic
members; but also, to other adjacent units.

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On health programs, the Command gave priorities on COVID-19 prevention initiatives, by ensuring all HR are fully

vaccinated. Additionally, a policy on Annual Physical Examination and Physical Fitness and Readiness Training were issued

1to maintain individual stamina in fighting not only COVID19, but also all other diseases threatening physical performance.

Sustaining the Joint Force in
Conflict and Crisis

The sustainment warfighting function provides the joint force the means to ensure freedom of action, prolonged
endurance, and extended operational reach anywhere in the Joint Operational Area (JOA).
Operationally, agile basing and bolstering the presence of the VISCOM forces by providing decent and modern
facilities promoted security, stability, and progress while deterring adversaries and promoting resilience in the JOA. Sev-
eral facilities upgrade that enhance operational readiness were pursued. Numerous peace and development projects in
former conflict-ridden communities were facilitated to promote for economic growth, equitable distribution of income,
and opportunities for further development.

DND - DPWH “TIKAS” PROJECTS NTF - ELCAC BDP PROJECTS

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Living Quarters Hangar for Rotary Aircrafts Personnel Barracks Ammo Dump

Livelihood Projects School Buildings Farm to Market Roads Health Stations

Both the successful implementation of TIKAS and BDP projects created opportunities for employment, increased
revenue collection, fueled socio-economic activities, and reduced poverty incidence in the Visayas.

By ensuring the health of equipment and
facility, the Command were able to minimize
costly breakdowns, and guarantee that they op-
erate at their maximum functionality. Regular
servicing and ensuring that worn-out compo-
nents are addressed early, not only extends the
life of equipment and facility but also deliver the
best outcome that support mission accomplish-
ment.

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By adopting the best practices In the advent of calamities and crises, the Joint Logistics
in resource management, procure- Operation and Coordination Cell (JLOCC) was activated to in-
ment and project management plan tegrate, synchronize, and prioritize joint logistics capabilities
was observed to enhance transpar- toward achieving the VISCOM operational objectives and de-
ency and predictability; provides a sired outcome for its campaign.
good basis for monitoring; and fa-
cilitates efficient and effective trea-
sury management by spreading out
annual procurement activities con-
sistent with the needs and resources
available.

The magnitude of humanitarian emergencies has chal-

2lenged the traditional mode of disaster response. Supply

chains are broken, putting those in need in the most vulner-
able position.

ENHANCEMENT AND PROTECTION OF
C4S CAPABILITIES

Another important aspect of transformation is the stra-
tegic goal of Enhancing Information System Capability to at-
tain effective information management and operational con-
trol capability. The Command had highlighted upgrade and
maintenance of Information and Communication Technolo-
gy (ICT) infrastructures and equipment; protection against
system’s breach; and Command and Control, Computer and
Communication Sytem (C4S) to establish timely and secured
lines of communication with its component command in ex-
ercising effective and efficient control in joint operations in
times of occurrence of challenges. The goal does strengthen
jointness and interoperability from VisCom to OPCOM and
OPCON units following the programs set forth, such as:

1. Repair and Maintenance of Communication Electronics
Equipment
2. Repair and Maintenance of Radio Protection System
3. Repair and Maintenance of UHF / VHF Repeater System
4. Repair and Maintenance of Commercial Radios / HF
and VHF Radios
5. Hardware Upgrade
6. Software Maintenance

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C4S in Action Highlights Amid Challenges

In detailing some of the highlights on CEIS mile-
stones during the incumbency of LtGen Dauz, its effective-
ness on capability has been tested during the onslaught
of Super Typhoon “Odette” on 16 December 2021 when
ICT infrastructures and facilities were severely damaged.
This challenge required real-time reporting to the General
Headquarters and close monitoring of the immediate re-
sponse of OPCOM/OPCON units in the conduct of HADR
in the affected areas to support the LDRRMCs in deliver-
ing the response. During this incident, CEIS capability had
established connection on lines of communication to all
the JTFs and higher headquarters in less than 24 hours.
Through innovations, local connection and satellite phones
were utilized despite the severe damaged of its internal ICT
system. Thus, coordination with higher headquarters and
other agencies were easily done and support were pushed
to the frontlines immediately, while control of DRTFs were
effectively managed.
Notwithstanding to address the ICT requirements for
various Command-directed activities both onsite/face-to-
face and online/VTC platforms, enhanced CEIS capabili-
ty now sustains support to all the critical joint operations
tasks and activities that includes national and local events;
National and Local Elections 2022; and National Simultane-

2ous Earthquake Drill (NSED) to name a few.

Moreso, the Command was able to avail of free 300Mbps of internet connec- 1
tivity from CONVERGE ICT Solutions thru an established Memorandum of Agree-
ment (MOA) granting them access and the layout of their distribution cable net-
work along Wilson Street, from Gates 1 to 2. This effort necessitates productivity
for the Command to have an alternate internet service provider (ISP) to address the
internet connectivity requirements of its offices and personnel, especially for Com-
mand-directed activities on both onsite and online platforms. Another Command’s
stakeholder engagement achievement resulted in the availability and redundancy of
unrestricted internet access.

Sustaining Lines of Communication in C4S and Its Programs

Of the programs, CEIS team had accomplished numerous tasks to strengthen the operational control capability of
VisCom such as: repair, maintenance, recovery, and restoration of numerous defective ICT equipment and peripherals like
the reinstallation of antenna for the combat net radios (Harris) and commercial radio communications for HF, VHF, and
UHF; physical layout of the VISCOM local area network (LAN) for secured internet connectivity from the server and firewall
at H4CEISG down to VISCOM Admin Building, De Goma Hall, SOQ, Barracks, and other facilities; migration from copper
to fiber optic cable (FOC) of the PLDT landlines at VISCOM offices to include the PLDT Trunk lines and the local telephone
lines of the Lapulapu Telephone Exchange (LAPUTEX); public address system (PAS) equipment and accessories; and, reac-
tivation of twenty-two (22) cameras for CCTV System within the Admin Building, SAO Warehouse, Gates 1 and 2.
Furthermore, the successful installation and activation of the Video Downlink System (VDS) enhances the VISCOM
capability to conduct remote surveillance and monitoring of PAF unmanned aerial surveillance (UAS) assets to provide
real-time air intelligence that establishes a common operating picture. One (1) parabolic antenna, laptop computer, and
TV monitor were installed at COC for the said project as undertaken by DELLNET. Likewise, the conduct of daily COMMEX
ensures that all radio communications equipment both tactical and commercial radios are up and 100% serviceable. One
of the significant accomplishments of the Command is the repair of one (1) Harris RF-5800V Handheld Radio by HBCOM
free of charge.
More so, the Command was able to avail of free 300Mbps of internet connectivity from CONVERGE ICT Solutions
thru an established Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) granting them access and the layout of their distribution cable
network along Wilson Street, from Gates 1 to 2. This effort necessitates productivity for the Command to have an alternate
internet service provider (ISP) to address the internet connectivity requirements of its offices and personnel, especially
for Command-directed activities on both onsite and online platforms. Another Command’s stakeholder engagement
achievement resulted in the availability and redundancy of unrestricted internet access.
To support the OPCOM/OPCON Units in its campaign on insurgency and HADR operations within VISCOM JOA,
the Command also facilitated the distribution of fifty (50) Blue Force Tracking (BFT) devices (Brand: Spot Trace) as issued
from GHQ thru OJ6, AFP. This is a GPS-enable device capable to monitor and deliver the actual visualization through Geo-

2graphic Information System (GIS) regarding the disposition of the ground troops, air, and naval assets by mounting it into

vehicle, airborne and waterborne, and even patrolling troops via a web-based tracking application.

Cyber Security and Protection

Finally, the Command continuously enhanced its effort for network resiliency by adapting the systems migration from “pf-
Sense” to the latest network threat management system called SOPHOS Firewall in close cooperation with CEISSAFP. This complies
with the implementation of the AFP Closed Network Project (ClosedNet) in support of the AFP Signal Corp mandate “One Armed
Forces, One Network”. Also, it paved the way to secure, protect, and effectively manage internet distribution to different VISCOM
offices, closely monitor connected workstations, and bring your-own-devices (BYODs) thru media access control (MAC) address
binding.

Likewise, cybersecurity bulletins issued from Higher Headquarters are continually localized and updated and regularly dis-
seminated through TI&E and furnished e-copies to different VISCOM offices for awareness and continuous learning. With unwaver-
ing and technical support from 4CEISG, CEISSAFP, and CEIS Platoon, the Command ensures that all ICT equipment and accessories
are operational to optimal service level thru the conduct of regular service maintenance and the ICT requirements from VISCOM
offices are promptly addressed effectively. This only affirms that this Command continuously provides effective, efficient, reliable,
and secured C4S as it remains a signal of hope and development as it stands firm as part of the “Servants in the Visayas” ready to
face all forms of challenges to C4S capability.

In capacitating HR in system’s protection from evolv-
ing cybersecurity threats brought about interminable tech-
nology advancement, the conduct of Cybersecurity-related
training and seminars every quarter had been subservient
in upskilling our organic personnel including OPCOM/OP-
CON/Tenant Units and Reservists. These efforts include safe
computing practices; role in protecting the organization’s
information, and ICT infrastructures from different network
environments within the cyberspace domain against var-
ious cyber security threats or attacks (social media plat-
forms and applications). Additionally, the Command was
able to invite subject matter experts (SMEs) from the De-
partment of Information and Communications Technology
(DICT), AFP Cyber Group, and CEISSAFP, thus the activities
had created an avenue to strengthen stakeholders engage- 1
ment and inter-agency relations.

In its relentless effort to address the evolving cyber-
security threats brought about interminable technology
advancement, the conduct of Cybersecurity-related train-
ing and seminars every quarter had been instrumental in
upskilling our organic personnel including from OPCOM/
OPCON/Tenant Units and our Reservists on safe comput-
ing practices; role in protecting the organization’s informa-
tion, and ICT infrastructures from different network envi-
ronments within the cyberspace domain against various
cyber security threats or attacks (social media platforms
and applications). This Command was able to invite subject
matter experts (SMEs) from the Department of Information
and Communications Technology (DICT), AFP Cyber Group,
and CEISSAFP, thus, this created an avenue to strengthen
stakeholder engagement and inter-agency relations.

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Establishing Joint and Combined Training
Exercises in Territorial Defense Posture

As Campaign Commander, LtGen Dauz has always emphasized jointness in the conduct of joint operations. Hence, all
trainings and seminars conducted were aimed in achieving inter-operability and jointness among subordinate component
commands in all facets of the operational environment. Additionally, it had given primacy at Territorial Defense aspect in the
conduct of joint training and emphasized a high level of awareness of its Joint Doctrine to attain competencies not only of
HRs, but also the component commands in the conduct of joint operations. It is worthy to note that aside from endeavors
on upholding partnerships with other agencies, the latter is included in the programs to a attain the emphasis mentioned.
Thus, for the period, the Command has successfully conducted a total of fifteen (15) Joint Trainings/Seminars that benefited
one hundred one (101) AFP Officers, four hundred six (406) Enlisted Personnel, ninety-one (91) Reservists, and two (2) Civilian
Human Resource from HVISCOM, OPCON/OPCOM and Tenant Units. Also, four (4) NCOs from the Coast Guard District-Cen-
tral Visayas and three (3) PNP Officers, and nine (9) Police Non-Commissioned Officers in the VISCOM Joint Operational Area

2(JOA) have participated in these trainings.

Calendar Year 2021

Listed in the table below are the substantial and relevant joint trainings conducted by this Command, covering the
period from 22 September 2021 to present:

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Calendar Year 2022

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Further, this Command also supported various un-programmed activ- 1
ities broken down as follows:
1. Facilitated the conduct of Doctrine Advocacy Program and Test
Evaluation Workshop on 20-22 September 2021;
2. Facilitated the conduct of Air Power Advocacy Forum on 30 Sep-
tember 2021;
3. Facilitated the conduct of Field Training Exercise (FTX) KADAGA-
TAN which was participated by the Tactical Operations Wing Central (TOW-
CEN), and the floating assets of Naval Task Group 50.1, NAVSOU5, NISG-C,
and CMOU-C together with the tactical level Law Enforcement Agencies
to include PNP Regional Maritime Unit-7 (PNP RMU-7),Coast Guard Dis-
trict-Central Visayas, and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aguatic Resources -7
on 080900 October 2021;
4. Facilitated the conduct of AFP Joint Exercise (AJEX) DAGIT-PA
05-2021 Staff Exercise at the Harold’s Hotel, Gorordo Ave, Lahug, Cebu City
which was attended by twenty-four (24) Officers, seven (7) Enlisted Person-
nel, and three (3) Civilian HRs from 08-19 November 2021;
5. Facilitated the conduct of Post Blast Investigation (PBI) Training
from the PNP personnel and other Law Enforcement Agencies from the Phil-
ippine Bomb Data Center (PBDC) in Bohol on 10-21 January 2022;
6. Support OG8, PA personnel during the conduct of the two-day
workshop for the Deliberation of the PA Education and Training Programs for
CY 2023 on 28-29 April 2022;

7. Supported the personnel of the Presidential Commission on Vis-
iting Forces Secretariat during the conduct of consultation meeting together
with the selected VISCOM Officers regarding the Maritime Training Activity
(MTA) Sama-Sama 2022 on 281400 April 2022;

8. Supported the Immersion of AFPCGSC Class 70 with two (2)
Directing Staff, thirteen (13) Students, and two (2) Support Personnel at
HVISCOM, AFP on 11-15 July 2022;
9. Supported the Army Officer Leadership School (AOLS), Army
Leadership Development and Education Center (ALDEC), Training and Doc-
trine Command during the conduct of Battalion Commander’s Symposium
(BCS) CY 2022 with the theme: “Enhancing Army Leadership Acumen to
Achieve Victory Against Threats to Nation Security.” from 25 - 27 July 2022;
and
10. Supported the Army Leadership Development and Education
Center (ALDEC), Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) during the
conduct of the Brigade Commanders’ Forum (BCF) CY 2022, participated
by sixty-four (64) Brigade Commander-participants via Video Teleconfer-
ence (VTC) from 15 to 19 August 2022 with the theme: “Enhancing Army
Leadership Acumen to Achieve Victory against Threats to National Securi-
ty.”

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Pursuing the Program for Reserve
Force Development

Under LtGen Dauz’s leadership, remarkable initiatives were pursued to
promote and enhance the role of the AFP’s Reserve Force in the VISCOM JOA,
not only as force multipliers for defense and security but as active partners in
good governance and nation building. Reserve forces are generally considered
as the integral element of the whole force. The existence of reserve forces allows
a nation to reduce its peacetime military expenditures while maintaining a force
prepared for war. Hence, it is a paramount undertaking to develop a sizable Re-
serve Force to be available for military service when the state mobilizes to deal
with a crisis, the possibility of a crisis or when needed otherwise.
Several reserve force development programs were initiated to evaluate
the readiness status of Reserve Units. The conduct of “VISCOM Laang Kawal
Challenge”, HADR and Warfighting Capability Demonstrations, Inventories and
Inspections to Ready Reserve Units (RRUs) and Affiliated Reserve Units, numer-
ous meetings and conferences are among the priority activities to assess the
preparedness of the VISCOM Reserve Force.

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Several reserve force development programs were ini-
tiated to evaluate the readiness status of Reserve Units. The
conduct of “VISCOM Laang Kawal Challenge”, HADR and War-
fighting Capability Demonstrations, Inventories and Inspec-
tions to Ready Reserve Units (RRUs) and Affiliated Reserve
Units, numerous meetings and conferences are among the
priority activities to assess the preparedness of the VISCOM
Reserve Force.

To promote public awareness and showcase the significant
role of the Reservists in peace and development, the VISCOM Re-
gional Reservist Convention was successfully executed in line with
43rd National Reservist Week Celebration.

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To assist local authorities and other agencies in human-
itarian endeavors, voluntary participation of reservists was en-
couraged. Thus, the Command was strengthened during the
conduct of numerous HADR operations in the height of COVID
19 pandemic, onslaught of TS “Odette” and “Agaton.”

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Tabulated below are programs, activities, and projects accomplished
during the period covered (21 September 2021- 22 September

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As a manifestation of the Command’s enduring thrusts for a stronger Reserve Force Development in the VISCOM JOA,
two (2) Reserve Units from the Naval Reserve Center – Eastern Visayas, NAVRESCOM, Philippine Navy were adjudged as the
AFP Ready Reserve Units of the Year CY 2022, the 51st Naval Group Reserve and the Naval Forces Reserve –Eastern Visayas.

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CONCLUSION

In conclusion, the Tour of Duty of LtGen Dauz in leading VisCom presented its headways in different cam-
paigns as well as in the roadway for transformation. His leadership exercise of proactive mode and personal idea
in executing policies instituted nourishment to joint operations and the employment of capabilities. Along the
way, the risk on restraints in the means was managed by setting the priorities to establish flexibility and freedom
of movement.

On joint operations, threats were arranged from the most potent to the weakest and matched by re-array-
ing of forces that brought considerable impact to acquire economy of force. As a result, the VisCom could deploy
forces when other facets of the threats appear. In effect, component commands can generate DR units for the re-
sponse during calamities. Moreso, VisCom forces had timely reorganized the joint force at the onset of the elec-
tion period during NLE 2022 into combat and election mode. This posture had not diminished the combat power
of VisCom in combating the CTG. Also, priorities were identified earlier in the planning, particularly in defeating
the CTG, key tasks to component commands were detailed through the lens of adversary’s vulnerabilities. This
idea was derived from analyzing the operational art of adversary’s Center of Gravity (COG) to accurately calculate
the necessary means and avoid exertions of insignificant efforts.

On sustaining the joint force, priorities were set on strengthening effective and efficient operational con-
trol capability and other critical requirements in joint operations. The Command had established resilient lines of
communication with the component commands to strengthen the operational control capability and hardened
the IS infrastructures to preempt the breach. Logistics system manifested premiums on responsive logistics cells
to sustain the campaigns and avoiding risk on restraints in resources. Aside from joint force requirements, its
infrastructures program endeavored on projects to house surrenderers and support government programs on
development. Likewise, the reserve force development and sustainment programs had concentrated on the pro-
vision of ready and responsive source of manpower during emergencies and defense against external aggression.
Joint training was set in institutionalizing interoperability and jointness to harness combat effectiveness during
joint force employment.
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Most importantly, interagency and multiagency collaboration was found to be an indispensable supplement to
both joint operations and sustainment. Through the established mechanism like RTF-ELCAC and VJPSCC, the efforts
had set primacies to accelerate the resolution of the challenges. In combating the CTG, the Command gave premium
on legal aspect to delegitimize the group and enhance urban (white) area operations to weaken its support to the
countryside operations. Likewise, upholding partnerships with other security agencies through intelligence fusion
had accelerated identification of enemy information like neutralizing HVIs and other priorities in joint operations.
Enhanced JEMPO in collaboration with the PNP and Coast Guard Districts had decreased illicit activities of non-state
actors. On the other hand, the TIKAS and BDP projects from the DND and DPWH and collaborations with some com-
munication service providers and energy producers had supplemented the infrastructure requirements, operational
control capability and joint operations endeavors.
With all these achievements, effects to adversaries had brought the CTG remarkable degradation and depriva-
tion of trading space for time or even space with another space. Non-state actors are deprived of launching violence
and illicit activities, while other agencies are continually supported during the upsurge of uncertainties; and people
continue to show their satisfaction to VisCom’s performance. In this aspect, VisCom itself continue to soar for trans-
formation into a credible joint force as “Servant in the Visayas.”
Finally, this state of the VisCom JOA vis-à-vis the threats and other challenges can be deductively describe into
the guidance of LtGen Dauz as quoted “continue the fight, keep it simple and enjoy life.” In this idea, VisCom executes
all its campaign against all threats and other challenges in a simple manner as what it had done in managing the risks,
and restraints in the means; while the outcome is a foundation of sustainable peace, and a sanctuary for progress that
people can enjoy.

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THE MEANS - PRESENTED THROUGH
LTGEN ROBERT C DAUZ PA Commander
BGEN JOSE M BENITEZ PAF Deputy Commander (04 June 2022 to 15 June 2022)
CAPT OSCAR D CANLAS JR PN Deputy Commander (15 June 2022 to Date)
COL VINCENT B IRINGAN PA (GSC) Chief of the Unified Command Staff (to Date)
CAPT OSCAR D CANLAS JR PN (GSC) Command Inspector General (15 June 2022 to
COL GREGORY L DOCIL PA (GSC) Command Inspector General


COORDINATING/PERSONAL/SPECIAL STAFF

COL ROLANDO C GO PA (MNSA) ACUCS for Personnel, U1 (Current)
LTCOL THERESA M NICDAO PA (MNSA) ACUCS for Personnel, U1 (10 Dec 2021 to 01 Aug 2022)
COL DON D TEMPLONUEVO PA (GSC) ACUCS for Intelligence, U2
COL RONEL R MANALO PA (GSC) ACUCS for Operations, U3
COL TERTULIANO L PINGGAL JR PA (MNSA) ACUCS for Logistics, U4 (Current)
COL JOEY N BAYBAYAN PA (GSC) ACUCS for Logistics, U4 (02 May 2022 to 03 Oct 2022)
LTC JONATHAN B PANES PAF (GSC) ACUCS for Logistics, U4 (01 July 2021 to 01 May 2022)
COL JEFFREY A VILLAROSA PA (MNSA) ACUCS for Plans, U5 (Current)
COL GERRY M BESANA PA (GSC) ACUCS for Plans, U5 (16 Oct 2020 to 01 May 2022)
COL LORELIE R SUAREZ PA (GSC) ACUCS for CEIS, U6 (Current)
COL CAESAR MARTIN B VILLAREIZ PA (SC) ACUCS for CEIS, U6 (16 Aug 18 to 28 Dec 2021)
COL JOEL BENEDICT G BATARA PA (GSC) ACUCS for CMO, U7
COL REYNALDO D GABEÑETE PAF (GSC) ACUCS for Training, U8
LTC ALI A ALEJO PA (MNSA) ACUCS for Reservist and Retiree Affairs, U9 (Current)
COL JOEY N BAYBAYAN PA (GSC) ACUCS for Reservist and Retiree Affairs, U9 (23 Jan 2022 to 03 Oct 2022)
MAJ JEREMY JEFFREY M DE GUZMAN PA (INF) ACUCS for Finance Management, U10
LTC NEIL F PIAD PA (GSC) Command Adjutant
LTC JONATHAN S ESCANDOR PA (GSC) Chief, COC
LTC FERDINAND H ABUYUAN CHS Command Chaplain
SMS Sonny A Apostol (Inf) PA (Inf) Command Seargent Major
MAJ ISRAEL O GALORIO PA (INF) Chief, PIO
LTC CYRUS NEOMAN A DELA CRUZ PAF CO, Headquarters Company
CPT KRISTINE N SANTOS JAGS Command Staff Judge Advocate
Mrs Anna Nimfa G Medrano Civ HR Chief, Civilian HR 1
Ms Rhima a Obor Civ Hr Chief, SAO
Ms Melianita S Quirante Auditor

NAMES OF THE MAIN PERSONALITIES

OPERATIONAL COMMAND UNITS

JOint task force SPEAR COMMANDER
MGEN BENEDICT M AREVALO PA 301ST BRIGADE COMMANDER
BGEN MARION R SISON PA 302ND BRIGADE COMMANDER
BGEN LEONARDO I PEÑA PA 303RD BRIGADE COMMANDER
BGEN INOCENCIO I PASAPORTE PA



JOINT TASK FORCE STORM

MGEN CAMILO Z LIGAYO PA COMMANDER
COL LENART R LELINA (MNSA) PA 801ST BRIGADE COMMANDER
COL NOEL A VESTUIR (MNSA) PA 802ND BRIGADE COMMANDER
COL PERFECTO P PEÑAREDONDO INF (MNSA) PA 803RD BRIGADE COMMANDER


COMPONENT UNITS



NAVAL FORCES CENTRAL (NFC)
COMMO FLORANTE N GAGUA PN COMMANDER

TACTICAL OPERATION WING CENTRAL CENTRAL (TOWCEN)

COL RAMIL G OLOROSO (MNSA) PAF COMMANDER


OPERATIONAL CONTROL UNITS



53RD ENGENEER BRIGADE
BGEN PROCESO S REBANCOS PA COMMANDER

4CEISG COMMANDING OFFICER
MAJ MICHAEL T GENISTON (SC) PA

MIG 6
MAJ FLOYD L ESCANUELA PA COMMANDING OFFICER

MIG 7
MAJ ALDWIN G CORTEZ (INF) PA COMMANDING OFFICER

MIG 8 COMMANDING OFFICER
COMMANDING OFFICER
2MAJ MARCELINO L DE JESUS (INF) PA

3RD CRG
MAJ JOE PATRICK A MARTINEZ (INF) PA

MGEN BENED
AREVALO PA

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