Manila, Jan. 24 -- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) visited the Malampaya gas field off the Palawan coast as part of its efforts to secure the newly discovered natural gas field.

AFP Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jr. led Friday's visit within the Joint Task Force (JTF) Malampaya area of responsibility.

In a statement on Saturday, the AFP said the patrol aimed to assess the security posture and operational readiness in safeguarding the Malampaya Natural Gas Power Project in the West Philippine Sea.

A briefing was conducted on current security measures, ongoing maritime and air patrol operations, and inter-agency coordination efforts to ensure the safe operation of the facility.

The AFP underscored the need for "sustaine...