Admiral Thomas Fargo (second left), Commander, U.S. Pacific Command, cuts a ribbon with Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Narciso Abaya (left), Nueva Ecija Governor Edward Joson (second, right) and Transportation and Communication Secretary Leandro Mendoza (right), marking the official opening of the runway in Fort Magsaysay on June 29. The runway, repaired at the cost of $600,000, improves AFP mobility, provides better training for AFP and U.S. forces, and helps improve local community infrastructure. (U.S. Navy Photo)

Admiral Thomas Fargo views some members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines Light Reaction Company (LRC) in their full battle gear in Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija. The Admiral received a demonstration of the AFP LRC during his visit to the camp on June 29. Trained by US military advisors, LRC members are an integral component to Philippine security and the country’s active involvement in the global war against terrorism. (U.S. Navy Photo)