Manila Bulletin
PH joins calls for peaceful end to Ukraine-Russia conflict; plans to weather effects bared
Malacañang acknowledged that the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine carries economic, trade, and human resource implications for the Philippines and its citizens.
President Rodrigo Duterte has assured that the government is developing mitigating measures and contingency plans to proactively address potential impacts.
The Palace expressed its hope for a swift and peaceful resolution to the war, emphasizing that conflict results in tragic loss of innocent lives.
Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles stated that every Filipino has the right to be informed about the government's preparedness for any eventuality arising from the conflict.
President Duterte convened a meeting with his Cabinet, top officials of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Philippine National Police, and other high-ranking officials to discuss potential scenarios and necessary actions.
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