The awardees were cited for their exemplary career achievements, gallantry, operational efficiency and general contributions to the Armed Forces.
Mrs. Arroyo did not deliver a speech during the ceremonies.
Heading the list of awardees in the commissioned officers category were Col. Dacio-Teody Udal, Medical Administrative Corps and Requirements Branch chief at the Office of the Surgeon General of the AFP; Lt. Col. Arnulfo Marcos, Army; Maj. Hernanie Songano, Navy-Marines; and Capt. Giemel Espino, Air Force.
In the enlisted personnel category, the awardees were Senior Master Sergeant Fidel Alegre Jr.; M/Sgt. Guillermo Francisco; Radar Man 1 Freddie Asence; Sgt. Rudy Espuelas, PA; T/Sgt. Larry Dacuray; and Staff Sgt. Irwin Parolma, PAF. — Aurea Calica