President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the administration's commitment to national security remains firm during the Philippine Army's 129th anniversary at Fort Bonifacio. He vowed to continue modernizing the military and enhancing the Army's role in external defense.
President Marcos spoke at the Philippine Army's 129th anniversary celebration at Fort Bonifacio in Manila. He said the demands of the times require an agile and effective force ready to safeguard the nation in new domains, including maritime frontiers and the digital space. 'Our commitment to national defense remains firm,' Marcos stated. He highlighted the Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept, which enables the Army to conduct external security operations while transitioning its internal security roles. The 110,000-strong Army must build on its internal security gains and collaborate with law enforcement against emerging threats. The administration remains steadfast in modernizing the Armed Forces of the Philippines while advancing grassroots peace-building initiatives anchored in dialogue, trust, and a shared vision of inclusive progress. Marcos noted that the Department of National Defense, Armed Forces of the Philippines, and an anti-communist task force are monitoring ground developments to ensure progress in addressing internal security threats.
