FILE PHOTO: A police officer passes by the logo and values/motto painted on the perimeter wall of the Philippine National Police in Camp Crame, Quezon City, October 23, 2019. Philippine Daily Inquirer/Lyn Rillon
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday reminded a fresh batch of new generals in the Philippine National Police (PNP) of the government’s “zero tolerance policy for corruption and human rights abuses.”
At the ceremony for the oath-taking of the promoted PNP officers in Malacañang, Marcos prodded them to keep the organization’s pride by being upright.
“It is imperative that we reiterate our zero-tolerance policy for corruption and human rights abuses within the PNP and, in that matter, all of government,” Marcos said in his speech.
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“As you take your oath today, you assert your new roles as leaders of a renewed police force. One that takes pride in its integrity, competence, and genuine service to the people,” he added.
Marcos likewise urged the 55 new star-ranked PNP officers – who comprise one Police Lieutenant General, seven Police Major Generals, and 47 Police Brigadier Generals – to work hard in building and sustaining the public’s trust in PNP.
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“It is incumbent upon you, our new generals, to prioritize dialogue, collaboration, and cooperation within the communities you serve,” he said.
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