New AFP chief hailed as ‘quiet champion of reservist movement’

The new AFP chief of staff, Gen. Antonio Nafarrete (right), stands as steadfast prime mover of a stronger unified reserve force with Brig. Gen. Michael “Mikee” Romero (Res.), ARRAP chairman. —Photo from ARRAP

MANILA, Philippines — Gen. Antonio Nafarrete, the new chief of staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), has earned praise as a “quiet champion of the reservist movement” from the Association of Reservists and Reservist Administrators of the Philippines (ARRAP).

Nafarrete has consistently promoted the welfare and professional development of reservists throughout his military career, according to a statement issued by the association, which has reservists Brig. Gen. Mikee Romero as chairman and Col. Vladimir Mata as president.

The ARRAP board, which also includes reservist Col. Manny Pacquiao, congratulated Nafarrete for his appointment and pledged its full support.

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