Tag: Police Reform
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Philippine National Police Chief Advocates for a More Civilian-Focused Force
In a recent statement, Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil emphasized the need for the PNP to shift towards a more ‘civilian-centric’ approach. Marbil suggested revising Republic Act 6975 to modernize the police force and align it more closely with civilian needs. He proposed moving away from the current hierarchical structure to…
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Philippine National Police Chief Advocates for Civilian-Focused Restructuring
Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil has expressed his vision for a more civilian-oriented police force. Speaking in Manila, Marbil suggested revising Republic Act 6975 to modernize the PNP and align it more closely with civilian needs. He emphasized the necessity of transitioning from a hierarchical to a flatter organizational structure to…
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Philippine Lawmaker Labels Duterte’s Drug War a ‘Catastrophic Failure’
In a stark critique, Surigao del Norte 2nd District Representative Robert Ace Barbers has denounced former President Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war as a ‘catastrophic failure.’ Barbers, who once supported the campaign, now points to its devastating impact on the Philippine National Police (PNP), accusing it of fostering corruption, promoting a culture of impunity, and leading…
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