By Junex Doronio
MANILA — Citing the successful and secure hosting of the Philippines in the recently concluded FIBA World Cup where no untoward incidents were recorded, Senator Sonny Angara has brushed off the proverbial security nightmare in the upcoming Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF31).
Still, Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri does not want to see any untoward incidents as the Philippines will host the 31st annual meeting of the APPF31 from November 23 to 26 this year.
“We need the help of the office of the (Department of Interior and Local Governments) Secretary, together with the Chief PNP (Philippine National Police), because we must ensure the safety of more than 300 legislators and their delegations to prevent any untoward incidents,” Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri said.
He has asked for the assistance of the DILG and PNP in ensuring the safety and protection of Asia-Pacific legislators attending the APPF31.
Zubiri made the appeal during the plenary deliberation on the proposed 2024 budget of the DILG and its attached agencies on Thursday evening, which was attended by DILG Secretary Benhur Abalos and PNP Chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda, Jr.
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