wjevo Coup d’etat not a solution to PH problems, just vote wisely — Brawner
Updated:2025-01-14 04:16 Views:67
MANILA, Philippines — Voting for the right candidate would help resolve the country’s social issues, not a military coup d’etat or junta, according to Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief General Romeo Brawner Jr.
Brawner issued the reminder on Thursday, noting the growing “complaints” from the public about the government.
Article continues after this advertisement“I have only one appeal to our countrymen: let’s use this election to bring out our sentiments by voting for the right people in the right positions,” the AFP chief said in a mix of Filipino and English during a joint press conference with the Commission on Elections (Comelec).
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“Because many are complaining now about our country’s problems, others think that the solution is to have a military coup d’etat or military junta. That is not the solution. Let’s handle our election better,” he added in Filipino.
Article continues after this advertisementBrawner likewise bared the task of the military during the campaign period and the election day. He said they are addressing concerns surrounding private armed groups, “peace spoilers,” New People’s Army’s permit to campaign and permit to win.
Article continues after this advertisementDuring the polls, Brawner disclosed that Comelec tasked them to deploy troops and assets to support the commission in its duties.
Article continues after this advertisementThe AFP will also ensure the safe transport of election materials and protection of poll personnel, along with the police force under the supervision and direction of the Comelec.
Earlier, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said that it is monitoring three active private armed groups (PAGs) as the elections draw near. These PAGs were in Central Luzon, Central Visayas, and Mindanao.
Article continues after this advertisementAside from the active ones, the police force is likewise monitoring five potential PAGs in various areas nationwide.
In its latest report on fiscal policy, the IMF said it expects global public debt to hit 93 percent of global gross domestic product (GDP) this year, and to approach 100 percent of GDP by 2030 – 10 percentage points higher than in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
PNP said these PAGs are under close surveillance to ensure that they will not be used by political aspirants or candidates in the upcoming elections.
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