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Consul Pamela Durian-Bailon (2nd from left) posed for a photo with Major General Gavin Gardner (rightmost), new Commanding General of the 8th Theater Sustainment Command, and  Mrs. Gardner (2nd from right), together with Captain. Roldydin Cris Sergio (leftmost), Philippine Defense and Armed Forces Liaison Officer to the INDOPACOM.

5 July 2024, Honolulu –  Consul Pamela Durian-Bailon conveyed the best wishes of the Philippines to Major General Gavin Gardner, new Commanding General of the 8th Theater Sustainment Command, at the change of command ceremony last 4 July at Schofield Barracks in Honolulu.  Maj.Gen. Gardner took over the helm from Major General Jered Helwig, who served as the 8th TSC’s Commanding General for two years.

In his speech, Maj.Gen. Gardner thanked the representatives of the Consulates General whose presence at the change of command ceremony “demonstrate what we do together as allies and partners…to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific.”  When Consul Bailon greeted them, both Maj.Gen, Helwig and Maj. Gen. Gardner expressed warm regard for the Philippines and the efforts of the PH-US alliance in the region. 

A vital sustainment unit of the US Army, the 8th Theater Sustainment Command provides comprehensive logistical support, including supply, maintenance, transportation, and engineering services across the Pacific theater. (END)

Consul Pamela Durian-Bailon (leftmost) with Major General Jered Helwig (2nd from right), outgoing Commanding General of the 8th Theater Sustainment Command, together with Mrs. Helwig (3rd from right) and Captain. Roldydin Cris Sergio (rightmost), Philippine Defense and Armed Forces Liaison Officer to the INDOPACOM