links: http://www.afp.mil.ph/index.php/8-afp-news/382-afp-its-patriotism-and-nationalism-over-terrorism
AFP: Its Patriotism and Nationalism Over Terrorism
CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City- December 30 of Year 2000 was an infamous day. Also referred to as Rizal Day Bombing, the several explosions that rocked Metro Manila in succession marred the commemoration of the martyrdom of Jose Rizal— the national hero.
“Amidst the backdrop of several explosions elsewhere in the country, the AFP leadership attended the 120th Anniversary of the martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal, Friday, 30 December 2016.
“We
will not allow any threat to dampen this year’s commemorative
celebration of Rizal’s example of physical and moral courage”, Arevalo
said in a statement.
Earlier today, representative members of the AFP rendered honors to the country’s
national hero in a wreath-laying ceremony presided over by President
Rodrigo Duterte at the Rizal Shrine in Luneta Park, Manila. He was
joined by Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana, AFP Chief of Staff LtGen
Eduardo M Año, other military brass, and government officials.
“Our
regular participation in the annual Rizal Day commemoration serves as
our undying tribute to the heroism of Dr. Jose Rizal who has unselfishly
offered his life in the altar of freedom and democratic space we now
enjoy as a nation. A heritage of Filipino nationalism, patriotism, and sacrifice that is worthy of emulation by the youth of the present generation,” LtGen Año said.
Falling
on a Friday, the Rizal Day celebration marks the start of a long
weekend holiday for Filipinos. The AFP on the other hand is keen on the
security of public places where people usually flock to celebrate.
“Let
me take this opportunity to wish, not only for a peaceful Rizal Day
celebration, but also for prosperous New Year ahead for every Soldier,
Sailor, Marine, Airman, and civilian employee of the AFP. And every
Filipino whom we have sworn to protect,” LtGen Año said.
“We
are, as a nation, beset with the challenges from unscrupulous
individuals and groups that are bent to kill, maim, and terrorize our
people. The Armed Forces of the Philippines, in tandem with the
Philippine National Police, will do its level best to ensure that they
will not succeed. That their nefarious and criminal activities— chief of
which are illegal drugs and kidnapping for ransom —will be met with
superior force and calibrated responses,” LtGen Año added.
“As
we usher in the New Year, your AFP wishes to renew its covenant for
support with the people as we combat these threats to national, food,
and human security. Only through our continuing cooperation and
partnership will we be able to win over the forces of evil,” concludes LtGen Año.
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