702nd Infantry Defender Brigade

𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦: “𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐩𝐬, 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩”

The 702nd Infantry “DEFENDER” Brigade, Philippine Army in partnership with the Provincial Government of Bataan successfully conducted the 2nd Quarter 2026 Security Consultation Forum on May 29, 2026 at GN Power Corporation, Mariveles, Bataan, bringing together partner law enforcement agencies, government offices, maritime and aviation stakeholders, and industry partners in strengthening collaboration towards a safer and more secure community.

The activity was led by BGEN Ronald M Bautista, Commander, 702nd Infantry Brigade, 7ID, PA together with Honorable Romano “Popoy” Del Rosario, Provincial Board Member and Chairperson, Committee on Peace and Order and Public Safety of Bataan. Distinguished guests and partner stakeholders from various agencies and organizations also graced the event, including LTC Romy Andres, Commanding Officer, 84th Infantry “VICTORIOUS” Battalion, 7ID, PA, with Area of Responsibility (AOR) in Bataan, highlighting the importance of inter-agency cooperation and multi-sectoral partnership in promoting peace, safety, and community resilience within the region.

The program commenced with welcome remarks from COL Charles DZ Castillo, Deputy Brigade Commander, 702nd Infantry Brigade, 7ID, PA, followed by comprehensive discussions and updates on public safety, threat situations, maritime security, CBRN awareness, and drone regulations delivered by representatives from the Bataan Provincial Police Office, NICA Region III, Philippine Coast Guard, PETRON, and CAAP Subic.

The forum concluded with an inspiring message from Hon. Romano “Popoy” Del Rosario, reaffirming the commitment of the Provincial Government of Bataan in sustaining peace, security, and development through strong collaboration among stakeholders and security forces.

We Defend Together!











Popoy Del Rosario, MPA

“I lift up my eyes to the mountains-
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord,
the Maker of heaven and earth.”

— 𝐏𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐦 𝟏𝟐𝟏:𝟏–𝟐 (𝐍𝐈𝐕)