Cagayan de Oro: The Philippine Army on Tuesday installed Brig. Gen. Michele Anayron Jr. as the new commander of the 4th Infantry Division (4ID), which oversees parts of Northern Mindanao and Caraga regions. In his inaugural speech, Anayron emphasized his commitment to advancing peace and development in collaboration with various stakeholders, while ensuring vigilant security measures within the division’s areas of responsibility.

According to Philippines News Agency, Anayron highlighted the importance of multi-stakeholder support in addressing the root causes of insurgency, a priority under his command. He succeeded Brig. Gen. Consolito Yecla, who served as acting commander following the retirement of Maj. Gen. Jose Ma. Cuerpo II earlier this month.

Before his appointment, Anayron served as the commander of the 403rd Infantry Brigade in Bukidnon province, leading battalions and special forces instrumental in dismantling New People’s Army (NPA) guerrilla fronts. His military career began in 1992 as a civil-military operations officer in the Visayas. He later held key leadership roles in Mindanao, including assignments under the Eastern Mindanao Command and the Mechanized Infantry Division.

Anayron is a member of the Philippine Military Academy “Tanglaw-Diwa” Class of 1992 and has completed specialized military training, including the Scout Ranger and Armor Officer Basic courses, with distinction. He also trained internationally, participating in Special Operations Team training in Queensland, Australia, and completing the Grade 2 Staff Officer Course.

In addition to his military credentials, Anayron holds a Master’s in Business Administration from Xavier University, a Master’s in Public Management from the Development Academy of the Philippines, and a Master’s in National Security Administration from the National Defense College of the Philippines. “Under my leadership, the 4ID will continue its mission to create peaceful and resilient communities,” Anayron said.