‘A force of compassion’: Marcos lauds AFP troops’ role in typhoon response

Manila Bulletin

President Marcos underscored the “excellence in public service” that the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) showed as they work “beyond military operation” in the wake of several typhoons that hit the country in the past months.  READ: https://mb.com.ph/2024/12/4/force-of-compassion-marcos-lauds-afp-troops-role-in-typhoon-response  Subscribe to the Manila Bulletin Online channel! - https://www.youtube.com/TheManilaBulletin  Visit our website at http://mb.com.ph Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manilabulletin Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/manila_bulletin Instagram: https://instagram.com/manilabulletin Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manilabulletin  #ManilaBulletinOnline #ManilaBulletin #LatestNews

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00:00Beyond military operations, you have been instrumental in providing humanitarian assistance

00:06and disaster response during some of our darkest hours.

00:11In the wake of severe tropical storms Christine, Nika, Super Typhoons Leon and Pepito, your

00:18swift and coordinated efforts saved many, many lives.

00:23These actions remind us that the AFP is a force of compassion.

00:29However, we continue to face complex and dynamic challenges, threats to our sovereignty, lawless

00:35elements that undermine peace, and the increasing frequency of natural disasters.

00:42These require us to remain steadfast, resourceful, unyielding in our resolve.

00:49As stewards of our national defense, you bear the solemn responsibility of ensuring the

00:54security of our land, of our seas, of our skies, our cyberspace.

01:01In defending our waters, we must uphold international maritime laws, deepening our commitment to

01:07regional peace and cooperation.

01:10By fostering coordination amongst nations, we can safeguard stability while advancing

01:16our collective interests.

01:18Diplomacy rooted in a strong legal foundation is our most effective instrument in navigating

01:24these endeavors.

01:26Equally, we must continue to empower our troops to serve our communities better.

01:33Train them to respond not only with skill, but with empathy, ensuring that their actions

01:38reflect the highest ideals of public service.

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