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PH Army holds air assault drills with US, Aussie troops in Ilocos Norte
Philippine, American, and Australian troops participated in an air assault drill in Ilocos Norte as part of the "Balikatan" exercises.
The exercise, held at the Paredes Air Station in Pasuquin town on April 23, involved soldiers from the Philippine Army, US Army, US Marine Corps, and the Australian Defence Force.
A total of 81 Filipino troops from the 99th Infantry Battalion, 7th Infantry Division, Philippine Army, joined their US and Australian counterparts.
Participating troops also engaged in defensive operations during the drill.
This year's "Balikatan" exercise is the largest to date, with approximately 17,600 Filipino and American soldiers participating.
Around 111 personnel from the Australian Defence Force are involved in the exercises.
A joint static display and capability demonstration were also conducted on April 22 at the headquarters of the 4th Marine Brigade.
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