Who is the secretary of Department of National Defense 2019?

U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper and Philippine Secretary of National Defense Delfin N. Lorenzana met in Manila, Philippines on November 19, 2019, to discuss a broad range of shared security interests and priorities.

Who is the current secretary of DND?

Secretary Delfin Negrillo Lorenzana became the 36th Secretary of National Defense on 30 June 2016, bringing to the Department his expertise in national defense and security, special operations, foreign military affairs, public diplomacy, veterans affairs and strategic leadership.

What is the role of DND?

The Department of National Defense (DND) is mandated to safeguard the country against external and internal threats to national peace and security, promote the welfare of soldiers and veterans, and provide support for economic and social development.

What is the meaning of Department of National Defense?

The Department of National Defense (DND; Filipino: Kagawaran ng Tanggulang Pambansa, KTP) is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for guarding against external and internal threats to peace and security in the country.