SBMA signs PNP-SAF extension in Subic Freeport

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) and the Philippine National Police-Special Action Force (PNP-SAF) signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) allowing the said police unit extended occupation of a portion of land within the Subic Bay Freeport to house their barracks and training center.

SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño said the agreement translates to a better and more heightened safety and security advantage for the Subic Freeport community.

“The SBMA is allowing the 2nd Special Action Battalion of the PNP-SAF to extend its use of the 14,231-square meter of land property that they have been using since 1998 for their training,” he said.

Aliño signed the MOA with PNP-SAF Acting Director Police Brigadier General Mark D. Pespes on July 10 at the SBMA Corporate Boardroom.

SBMA Chairman and Administrator Eduardo Jose L. Aliño and PNP-SAF Acting Director Police Brigadier General Mark D. Pespes sign a memorandum of agreement for the use of space within the Subic Bay Freeport Zone for the PNP-SAF training center.

Pespes, on behalf of PNP Chief Police General Rommel Francisco D. Marbil, meanwhile conveyed his message of gratitude to Aliño for the agency’s continued support to the PNP.

“By providing us with the necessary resources and facilities, you are playing a crucial role in enhancing our capabilities and ensuring the safety and security of our community. Your support is invaluable, and we are profoundly thankful for your trust and cooperation,” Pespes said.

After the signing, Pespes made a command visit to the 85th Special Action Company, Rapid Deployment Battalion at Building 8131, Old Fly Fast Hangar of the Subic Bay International Airport.

 The official also visited the training center of the 2nd Special Action Battalion (2SAB) near the Morong Gate of the freeport for an ocular of the facility as part of the PNP’s ongoing efforts to ensure operational readiness, boost morale, and address the concerns of the personnel.

As a final reminder, Gen. Pespes reiterated his guidance to the uniformed personnel of the 2nd Special Action Battalion of the PNP-SAF, to continue to excel in their service, and give their best in the discharge of their functions, in honor of the memory of fallen personnel who have sacrificed their lives to serve their countrymen. 

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