THE Philippine National Police fully supports all initiatives to establish a national program of mandatory military service for all citizens.
Optional service thru the NSTP and ROTC may not be enough to fully comply with the requirements of complete citizens ‘military training, which can only be achieved thru mandatory military service.
With a strong and capable military reserve force that can be mobilized for contingencies and emergencies, the AFP can focus better on its external defense role while the PNP takes on the mandate of internal security, law enforcement, and public safety.
WIth a strong mass base of able-bodied citizens trained in the basics of discipline, love of country, disaster response, and practical life-saving skills, our country can better cope with the perennial natural emergencies that are already part of our geo landscape.
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