PNP deploys 22K personnel for Marcos' SONA
The Philippine National Police (PNP) is deploying around 22,000 personnel to secure President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s third State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 22.
Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil, PNP chief, stated that unless there are security threats, this number will remain unchanged and they aim to minimize public inconvenience caused by excessive measures.
Marbil emphasized a policy of maximum tolerance for protesters but urged them not to cause disruptions or traffic congestion.
The constitution mandates the President's address to Congress at the start of its regular session each year, typically in July.
Police officers are directed to reduce the burden on the public by minimizing road checkpoints and addressing concerns about traffic congestion.
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