Eighteen Army generals who were recently promoted or given new assignments were welcomed in a reception ceremony at the Philippine Army's main camp in Taguig City.
Lt. Gen. Donald M. Gumiran, the Commanding General of the Philippine Army, presided over the November 11, 2026 event at Headquarters Philippine Army, Fort Bonifacio, the Army's Public Affairs Office said in a November 12 press release signed by Col. Louie G. Dema-ala.
At a glance
- What: Reception Ceremony for newly promoted and designated Army generals
- Where: Headquarters Philippine Army, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City
- When: November 11, 2026
- Presiding officer: Lt. Gen. Donald M. Gumiran, Commanding General, Philippine Army
The 18 generals and their posts
1. Lt. Gen. Edmundo G. Peralta, The Deputy Chief of Staff, AFP (TDCSAFP)
2. Lt. Gen. Adonis Ariel G. Orio, Commander, Eastern Mindanao Command (EASTMINCOM), AFP
3. Maj. Gen. Patricio Ruben P. Amata, Deputy Chief of Staff for Civil-Military Operations (J7), AFP
4. Maj. Gen. Rosendo C. Abad Jr., Commander, Joint Special Operations Command, AFP
5. Maj. Gen. Marion T. Angcao, Commander, 4th Infantry "Diamond" Division
6. Maj. Gen. Arsenio D.C. Sadural, Commander, 2nd Infantry "Jungle Fighter" Division
7. Maj. Gen. Ronel R. Manalo, Commander, Armor "Pambato" Division
8. Maj. Gen. Isagani O. Criste, Inspector General of the Philippine Army
9. Maj. Gen. Prudencio A. Iddoba, Commander, Support Command, Philippine Army
10. Maj. Gen. William P. Peñafiel Jr., Commander, Installation Management Command, Philippine Army
11. Brig. Gen. Von Albert M. Sumergido, Commander, 1st Brigade "Aegis" Combat Team
12. Brig. Gen. Eros James M. Uri, Commander, Special Forces Regiment (Airborne)
13. Brig. Gen. Bernardo A. Taqueban, Commander, 2nd Mechanized Infantry "Magbalantay" Brigade
14. Brig. Gen. Patricio S. Tomales, Deputy Commander, Reserve Command, Philippine Army (RCPA)
15. Brig. Gen. Eufracio Joel G. Malig Jr., Assistant Division Commander, 10th Infantry "Agila" Division
16. Brig. Gen. Dexter A. Macasaet, Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, AFP, AJ4
17. Brig. Gen. Crisanto G. Prado, Commander, AFP Procurement Service
18. Brig. Gen. Francis P. Carandang, Commander, 201st Infantry Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division
Arrival honors and recognition
According to the Army, its Security and Escort Battalion rendered arrival honors for the generals. Gumiran received Orio and Peralta. The group also posed for a commemorative photo, and Gumiran recognized the newly promoted and designated generals.
The release adds, according to Col. Louie G. Dema-ala's statement: "The Reception Ceremony highlights the Army's commitment to developing strong leaders and building a professional, competent, and mission-ready organization in service of the Filipino people."
Credit: Philippine Army Public Affairs Office. Photos: Philippine Army (PFC Divino Lozano, PAO).