AFP MANDATE, MISSION, FUNCTION AND ORGANIZATION

Question 1

As the Commander-in-chief, exercises strategic direction of
the AFP through the SND, likewise, exercises command of the AFP through the Chief of Staff.

Answer 1

The President

Question 2

The civilian adviser of the President on matters concerning
defense and security of the state. Exercises supervision over
the AFP.

Answer 2

Secretary of National Defence

Question 3

As the principal military adviser of the President, he
commands the AFP and executes the President’s command
functions in military strategy and tactics.

Answer 3

Chief of Staff, AFP

Question 4

Applications of the AFP Code of Ethics

Answer 4

• Loyalty
• Valor
• Honor
• Duty
• Solidarity

Question 5

3 MAJOR SERVICES OF THE AFP

Answer 5

➢ PHILIPPINE ARMY (Hukbong Katihan ng Pilipinas)

➢ PHILIPPINE NAVY (Hukbong Dagat ng Pilipinas)

➢ PHILIPPINE AIR FORCE (Hukbong Himpapawid
ng Pilipinas)