Marcos Appoints Former Military Chief Oban as New Philippine Security Adviser
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Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 15
Marcos Appoints Former Military Chief Oban as New Philippine Security Adviser
3 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 15
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed retired general Eduardo Oban Jr. as the new national security adviser, replacing Eduardo Año.
Año stepped down due to health reasons after serving in key security roles and leading transparency initiatives on maritime disputes with China.
Oban, a former armed forces chief known for anti-corruption reforms, takes over amid growing regional security challenges and evolving defense partnerships.
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