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Police deploy 5,000 personnel for Sona in Western Visayas
PH🏛️ PoliticsCenter3 days ago

Police deploy 5,000 personnel for Sona in Western Visayas

The Philippine National Police (PNP) and its partner agencies are preparing for the 2026 State of the Nation Address (Sona) by deploying approximately 5,000 security personnel across Western Visayas. This includes 3,905 PNP officers, 117 personnel from the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Coast Guard, and Bureau of Fire Protection, along with 804 community volunteers and advocacy groups. Security measures include increased police presence, patrols, traffic control, medical support, checkpoints, and contingency teams such as Quick Reaction Teams and the Reactionary Standby Support Force. Special attention will be given to areas like Freedom Parks and public gathering spots. Police officials emphasized their commitment to ensuring public safety, peace, and order during the event.

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Police deploy 5,000 personnel for Sona in Western Visayas

The Philippine National Police (PNP) and its partner agencies are preparing for the 2026 State of the Nation Address (Sona) by deploying approximately 5,000 security personnel across Western Visayas. This includes 3,905 PNP officers, 117 personnel from the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Coast Guard, and Bureau of Fire Protection, along with 804 community volunteers and advocacy groups. Security measures include increased police presence, patrols, traffic control, medical support, checkpoints, and contingency teams such as Quick Reaction Teams and the Reactionary Standby Support Force. Special attention will be given to areas like Freedom Parks and public gathering spots. Police officials emphasized their commitment to ensuring public safety, peace, and order during the event.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of security preparations for the State of the Nation Address (Sona), which is a significant political event. It focuses on logistical details, personnel deployment, and public safety measures without overtly favoring any political side. The tone remains neutral

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