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Palace: 'Malicious' to claim that NSC revamp a prelude to martial law
Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin has denounced claims that the National Security Council (NSC) reorganization is a precursor to martial law as "malicious."
Bersamin stated that the Constitution clearly outlines the conditions for declaring martial law, and that such a move is not on President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s agenda.
He emphasized that the President's focus is on economic prosperity, the welfare of citizens, particularly the less fortunate, and the completion of his legacy projects.
The Executive Secretary's remarks were in response to former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque's insinuation that the President might be considering military rule after the removal of the Vice President and former Philippine presidents from the NSC.
President Marcos Jr. issued Executive Order (EO) 81 on December 30, 2024, which reconstituted the NSC to ensure its members actively protect national security and sovereignty, thereby promoting effective governance and stability.
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