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Palace downplays 'suspicions' over Marcos' series of military perks, visits
Malacañang stated that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s visits to military camps and the announced increase in the base pay of military and uniformed personnel are merely part of his duties as Commander-in-Chief.
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro clarified that the President's obligation to visit soldiers and uniformed personnel should not be questioned, regardless of any current issues.
Castro emphasized that recognizing the contributions of the military and uniformed personnel should remain separate from political noise.
President Marcos Jr. recently visited the Eastern Mindanao Command in Davao City to be briefed on the peace and order situation and security in the region.
Additionally, on December 3, the President announced an increase in the base pay for military and uniformed personnel, which will be implemented in three tranches starting in 2026.
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