The Western Command (abbrv. as WESCOM) is the Armed Forces of the Philippines' combatant command in charge of the islands of Palawan and Kalayaan, including the disputed Spratly Islands 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 New People's Army 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 South China Sea (relevant areas referred to by the Philippine government as West Philippine Sea) against Chinese aggression. Joint Multinational Search and Rescue Operations for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.
Organization The following are the units that are under the Western Command: Tactical Operations Wing West, PAF Western Naval Command, PN MBLT-3, PMC MBLT-4, PMC 18th Special Forces Company (Riverine), PA 3rd Marine Brigade, PMC
See also Alberto Carlos Commander, 2022-2024
References
External links
Official History of the AFP citing the creation of Central Command