The Commission on Appointments confirmed the promotions of five senior Armed Forces of the Philippines officers on June 17, 2026, ending weeks of delays caused by Senate leadership disputes.
The Commission on Appointments confirmed the ad interim appointments during a special session. Edmund Peralta was confirmed as lieutenant general, Alan Javier as vice admiral, Isagani Criste as major general, Niceforo Diaz Jr. as brigadier general, and Rosemawatte Remo as brigadier general.
Senator Rodante Marcoleta questioned the confirmations under Republic Act No. 11939, noting that the officers lacked one year of active service before mandatory retirement. He cited Peralta’s birth date of May 14, 1970, and the June 3 sine die adjournment.
Senator Panfilo Lacson defended the promotions as resubmissions of earlier appointments. He stated the special session continued the regular session and moved for approval. Marcoleta clarified his questions were not against the officers but aimed at Senate leadership.
