The primary objective of the State Partnership is to build partner capacity by sharing knowledge and resources, both forces enhance their internal capabilities, and improve interoperability by ensuring that both nations can operate together seamlessly, a critical factor for any joint response.
“The goal is to integrate them at a junior level, to expose both the UOG cadets and the AFP to partners," said Sgt. 1st Class Danielglen Salas, SPP Non-Commissioned Officer. "We hope in turn that the relationship that they establish here at this young age, young time in their career, that it's going to flourish as they become seniors in their ranks."
This strategic alliance is rooted in shared history and geography. With the Philippines and Guam being two key anchors in the Western Pacific, their ability to work together is vital for regional stability. Salas emphasized the critical need for this partnership in the current geopolitical environment, stating both sides are much stronger together.
According to Salas, the enduring nature of this relationship is a testament to shared values and culture. "What we want people out there to remember is that this is 25 years of a strategic partnership,” said Salas. “After 25 years to the day – it's very unique and it's still very strong. We lean on to each other and it's because of our cultural similarities of where we come from in this region.”