12th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command, Philippine Army

𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝟭𝟮𝗥𝗖𝗗𝗚 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆; 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗹𝘆 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲

𝗜𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗡, Sultan Kudarat – The 12th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command, Philippine Army, conducted its Traditional Monday Flag Raising Ceremony on 01 June 2026 at Headquarters 12RCDG, Purok Paraiso, Kalawag I, Isulan, Sultan Kudarat. The activity was attended by officers, enlisted personnel, civilian human resources, reservists, and participants of the Advanced ROTC Academic Phase Training (ARAPT) 31/32 and ARAPT 41/42 for Calendar Year 2026, demonstrating the unit’s continued commitment to patriotism, discipline, unity, and public service. The ceremony also served as an occasion to formally introduce Ms. Ariane Corollo Mamalinta, the newly assigned Administrative Assistant II, whose addition to the organization is expected to further strengthen the unit’s administrative capability and support services. Beyond the observance of a longstanding military tradition, the activity reinforced organizational values, fostered camaraderie among personnel, and reaffirmed the collective dedication of Team 12RCDG in advancing the mission of the Reserve Command and the Philippine Army in nation-building, community development, and responsive public service.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, COL ANTHONY O. SAMONTE ARM (GSC) PA!

The Officers, Enlisted Personnel, and Civilian Human Resources of the 12th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command, Philippine Army, extend our warmest birthday greetings to our esteemed Group Commander, COL ANTHONY O. SAMONTE ARM (GSC) PA.

On your special day, we express our sincere gratitude for your exemplary leadership, unwavering dedication, and steadfast commitment to the mission of 12RCDG. May this occasion bring you good health, happiness, success, and countless blessings as you continue to inspire and lead us in the service of our country.

Happy Birthday, Sir! Wishing you many more years of meaningful service, prosperity, and fulfillment.

From your 12RCDG Family — Officers, Enlisted Personnel, and Civilian Human Resources.

12RCDG Celebrates May 2026 Birthday Celebrators Through Fellowship and Camaraderie

ISULAN, Sultan Kudarat — The 12th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command, Philippine Army, under the leadership of COL ANTHONY O. SAMONTE ARM (GSC) PA, Group Commander, conducted a simple yet meaningful birthday celebration for the May 2026 birthday celebrators through a boodle fight held at Headquarters 12RCDG, Purok Paraiso, Kalawag 1, Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, on 29 May 2026. Officers, enlisted personnel, and Civilian Human Resources (CivHR) personnel of the unit gathered together in the spirit of unity and camaraderie to honor the celebrators, namely COL ANTHONY O. SAMONTE ARM (GSC) PA, LTC ASLIM M. ULANGKAYA (INF) PA, MAJ JAY PARIS L. CABATIC (INF) PA, and SGT GEI M. ARLANZA (INF) PA.

The activity highlighted the strong bond and teamwork within the organization, emphasizing the importance of fostering morale, friendship, and esprit de corps among personnel. Through simple gatherings such as this, 12RCDG continues to strengthen the welfare and well-being of its troops while promoting a positive and harmonious working environment. The celebration also served as an opportunity for personnel to express gratitude and appreciation to their fellow soldiers and leaders who continuously dedicate themselves to the service of the nation.

12RCDG Strengthens Partnership with AFPSLAI Through Donation of Computer Equipment

ISULAN, Sultan Kudarat — The 12th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command, Philippine Army, under the leadership of COL ANTHONY O. SAMONTE ARM (GSC) PA, Group Commander, received a computer monitor and CPU from the Armed Forces and Police Savings and Loan Association, Inc. (AFPSLAI) during a simple turnover activity held at Headquarters 12RCDG, Purok Paraiso, Kalawag 1, Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, on 29 May 2026. The donated computer equipment was formally handed over by Ms. Wilma T. Odo, Branch Head of AFPSLAI, together with Ms. Janet S. Española, Marketing Specialist of AFPSLAI GENSAN Branch.

The turnover activity highlighted the strong partnership and harmonious relationship between 12RCDG and AFPSLAI in supporting the welfare and operational needs of military personnel. The donated equipment is expected to enhance office productivity and administrative efficiency within the unit. COL SAMONTE expressed his gratitude to AFPSLAI for its continued support and commitment to building stronger ties with the Philippine Army, emphasizing that collaborative efforts such as these contribute significantly to effective public service and organizational development.

12RCDG Conducts 1st Semi-Annual CY 2026 Physical Fitness Test, Demonstrates Combat Readiness

ISULAN, Sultan Kudarat — The 12th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command, Philippine Army, under the leadership of COL ANTHONY O. SAMONTE ARM (GSC) PA, Group Commander, successfully conducted its 1st Semi-Annual CY 2026 Physical Fitness Test (PFT) at Headquarters 12RCDG, Purok Paraiso, Kalawag 1, Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, on 29 May 2026.

The activity highlighted the unit’s commitment to maintaining physical readiness, discipline, and operational excellence among its personnel. Facilitated by the Morale Welfare and Recreation Center (MWRC) Team of the 6th Installation Management Battalion, IMCOM, Philippine Army, the PFT ensured a standardized and professional assessment of the physical capabilities of both officers and enlisted personnel.

The conduct of the PFT showcased the endurance, strength, and agility of the troops—qualities essential in carrying out the unit’s mission of supporting peace, security, and national defense. The successful activity further reinforced a culture of fitness, preparedness, and teamwork within the organization, while emphasizing the Philippine Army’s continuing efforts to develop highly capable and mission-ready soldiers who are always prepared to respond to any challenge in the service of the Filipino people.

𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗫 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗙𝗣-𝗨𝗦 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲

DATU BLAH SINSUAT, Maguindanao del Norte — COL ANTHONY O. SAMONTE ARM (GSC) PA, Group Commander of the 12th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command, Philippine Army, witnessed the conduct of MAREX 2026 (Marine Exercise 2026) Joint Artillery Littoral Live Fire Exercise held at Barangay Penansaran, Datu Blah Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte on 28 May 2026. Accompanying him were LTC LITO B MAGHUYOP (INF) PA, Director of 1202nd Community Defense Center, together with reservist personnel from 12RCDG who actively participated and observed the large-scale bilateral military exercise hosted by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), represented by the Philippine Marine Corps, and the United States Marine Corps.

The exercise demonstrated a full mission-profile amphibious assault operation featuring coordinated multi-domain maneuvers, sea-to-shore assault operations, and live-fire artillery demonstrations designed to strengthen coastal defense capabilities and operational interoperability between allied forces. The participation of reservist personnel highlighted the significant role of the Reserve Force in supporting national defense, disaster response readiness, territorial security, and community-based military operations. The activity further enhanced the reservists’ exposure to modern warfare strategies, joint operational planning, and combat readiness initiatives alongside active military counterparts and international allies.

Military and local government officials emphasized that MAREX 2026 serves as a vital platform in reinforcing maritime security cooperation, validating littoral defense strategies, and strengthening partnerships among the AFP, allied forces, local government units, and community stakeholders. Provincial officials led by Vice Governor Datu Marshall I. Sinsuat, Provincial Administrator Datu Sharifudin Tucao P. Mastura, CPA, Chief Minister Abdulraof “Sammy Gambar” A. Macacua, and Datu Blah Sinsuat Mayor Bai Raida Tomawis Sinsuat also attended the activity in support of the continuing efforts to safeguard territorial waters, maintain regional stability, and promote peace and security in Mindanao. The involvement of 12RCDG reservists underscores the unwavering commitment of the Reserve Force in contributing to national security and defense preparedness initiatives.