THE Philippine National Police (PNP) announced the highly successful and incident-free Bagong Pilipinas Kick-Off Rally, which took place on January 28, 2024, at the Quirino Grandstand in Ermita, Manila.
The event witnessed an impressive attendance of 400,000 individuals, with the utmost priority given to the safety and security of all participants, ensured by the deployment of 3,587 PNP personnel in the vicinity.
The Bagong Pilipinas Kick-Off Rally, led by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., revolved around the theme of “Bagong Pilipinas,” symbolizing a comprehensive approach to governance and leadership. Marcos emphasized that Bagong Pilipinas is not merely a new partisan coalition, but an embodiment of ideals that unite Filipinos, transcending political affiliations, religious beliefs, and economic status. It serves as a clarion call for transformation across all sectors of society and government.
Marcos declared, “Government must lead by example, providing a blueprint that inspires hope and promises change.” He urged government officials, employees, and citizens alike to rally around these principles, fostering a renewed perspective on what it means to be Filipino.
Marcos graciously acknowledged the pivotal role played by law enforcement and emergency responders, stating, “Sa mga pulis at bumbero, tiyakin ninyo ang agarang pagresponde sa bawat tawag at sumbong.” He called for a reduction in crime rates, emphasizing the collective effort required to create a safer nation.
“Ang inyong sigasig ay susuklian natin ng suporta of ample resources to move, to communicate, and to solve the problem that we are faced with, including tools that prevent a different kind of stealing. When content of e-wallets is picked by cybercriminals, when their dirty hands reach our children through computer screens – we will boost the defenses of our people against criminalities. More than paying tribute to their resilience, we will provide them with resources,” added the President.
