AFP vows to help secure Edsa anniversary rites
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MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) said it respects the conduct of activities related to the observance of the 39th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution as it vows to help ensure public safety.
AFP public affairs office chief Col. Xerxes Trinidad made the statement in a press briefing on Tuesday when asked if the military still honors the lessons of the Edsa People Power Revolution, which toppled the dictatorship of the late President Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
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“The AFP commits itself to ensure that there will be peace and security during the conduct of the 39th Edsa People Power Revolution Anniversary, which is happening today. So basically, we remain dedicated to fostering unity, stability, and a secure environment for all Filipinos,” Trinidad said.
Article continues after this advertisement“Well, that depends on the activities or the coordinators now. We respect the activities of this historic event and we would like to ensure everybody, our fellow Filipinos that we are collaborating with our law enforcement agencies to ensure that we maintain peace and order during this anniversary proper,” he added.
On the same date in 1986, people gathered in the streets to denounce the dictatorial rule of Marcos Sr., the father of the current President and namesake, Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.
It was later dubbed the Edsa People Power Revolution, a bloodless uprising that ended the 21-year regime of the elder Marcos, which was tainted by massive corruption and violations of human rights. (with reports from Keith Irish Margareth Clores, 黑料社 trainee)
