The Philippine Army Shooting Contingent, widely known as “Manunudla,” is showcasing Filipino marksmanship on the regional stage at the 34th ASEAN Armies Rifle Meet (AARM) 2026.

Hosted by the Malaysian Army, the premier military shooting tournament runs from November 7 to November 18, 2026, bringing together top defense marksmen from across Southeast Asia.  

According to a post published by the Philippine Army, the competing among a field of 601 military shooters from ASEAN member states, the Philippine delegation is vying for top honors across 24 scheduled matches concluding on November 16.

Philippine Army also shared that the “Manunudla” contingent is testing its precision in five core disciplines—rifle, carbine, men’s pistol, women’s pistol, and machine gun—with the high-stakes falling plate match serving as this year's main highlight.  

Beyond the firing line, the Philippine Army’s participation in the AARM—held alongside the annual ASEAN Chiefs of Army Multilateral Meeting (ACAMM) and the ASEAN Sergeant Majors Annual Meeting (ASMAM)—reinforces its commitment to regional defense diplomacy.

It was also mentioned that, the annual gathering serves as a vital platform for strengthening military professionalism, interoperability, and camaraderie among Southeast Asian ground forces.

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