Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Preface
Contents
Figures
Summary
Acknowledgments
Abbreviations
Study Purpose
Research Approach
Organization of the Report
CHAPTER TWO: U.S.-Philippine Relations in Historical Perspective
Multiple Threat Groups
Pre–Operation Enduring Freedom—Philippines Decision to Support
the Light Reaction Company
U.S.-Philippine Policy Decisions
The Initial Assessment
Joint Task Force 510 and the Terms of Reference
2003–2004: Transition to Joint Special Operations Task Force—Philippines
Summary
Assessment and Adaptation
Operation Ultimatum: Plan Execution
Summary
CHAPTER FIVE: 2008–2010: Expansion of Effort
Assessment and Adaptation
Plan Execution
Increased Emphasis on Armed Forces of Philippines Targeting of
Abu Sayyaf Group Leaders
Summary
CHAPTER SIX: 2010–2012: Transitioning Up
Assessment and Adaptation
Plan Execution
Summary
CHAPTER SEVEN: 2012–2014: Zamboanga Siege and Transitioning Out
Assessment and Adaptation
Plan Execution
Summary
CHAPTER EIGHT: Conclusion
Overall Outcomes
Limiting Factors
Key Contributing Factors
Generalizability of Findings
A. Balikatan 02-1 Terms of Reference
B. Plan Analysis Tool
Bibliography