Australian troops from the 5th/7th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, recently conducted territorial defense and reconnaissance exercises with the Philippine Army’s 4th and 10th Infantry Divisions at Camp Kibaritan in the southern Philippines. The drills highlighted contrasting yet complementary tactical approaches—Australia emphasized low-signature, small-unit reconnaissance including counter-drone and thermal/infrared concealment tactics, while Philippine forces showcased experience in self-sustainment and large-unit movement strategies rooted in counterinsurgency
