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The Making of the Philippines’ Counter Terrorism Force

In 2000, the US and Philippine governments, along with several military groups, began planning to establish a counterterrorism (CT) force in the Philippines.

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  • July 8, 2023
MANILA, Philippines - Philippine Marines and U.S. Army Green Berets move to a new position after unloading from an MV-22 Osprey April 3, 2022. These training opportunities contribute to regional stability, improve interoperability with our allies and partners, and contribute to strategic deterrence in the region, ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific.
(Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Hohman 1st Special Forces Group)
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In 2000, the US and Philippine governments, along with several military groups, began planning to establish a counterterrorism (CT) force in the Philippines. This CT force, initially called the Light Reaction Company (LRC) and later the Light Reaction Regiment (LRR), underwent several changes and expansions, endured a scandal, and was integral to various operations in the region. The LRR, currently composed of one Headquarters and six Light Reaction Companies, has a dedicated role in counterterrorism, special operations, and unconventional warfare. Its personnel undergo intensive training, and they are equipped with a variety of advanced weaponry.
  

Key Points: 

  1. The planning to organize, train, and equip the Philippines’ own Counter Terrorism (CT) force started in 2000, involving both US and Philippine military groups, and was reinforced following the 9/11 attacks.
  2. The LRR underwent several transformations, including name changes and an increase in the number of companies, reaching a combat strength of 600 operators. The U.S. Counterterrorism Train and Equip Program supported this force with substantial resources.
  3. In 2008, a scandal involving potential civilian killings occurred within the LRR, revealing an issue with unreliable informants trying to exploit ongoing operations for personal gain.
  4. The LRR, stationed in Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija, consists of one Headquarters and six Light Reaction Companies, with a doctrine focusing on Counterterrorism, Special Operations, and Unconventional Warfare.
  5. Rigorous selection and training processes are followed for the LRR personnel, covering multiple domains from combat life-saving procedures to advanced combat marksmanship. Candidates must be Special Forces or Scout Ranger-qualified and have at least two years in combat deployment.

 

Source: https://greydynamics.com/light-reaction-regiment-the-sharpshooters-of-death/ 

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