PNP-AFP team: Peace, stability reign in Bataan

Bataan, a peninsula province that speaks volumes of World War II accounts and historical records, now with population of roughly 1 million people is now peaceful and economically stable, according to Philippine National Police and Armed Forces of the Philippines finding.

This was disclosed by PNP-AFP and confirmed by no less than Bataan Gov. Joet Garcia during the recent joint attestation and declaration of support signing held last August 13.

The PNP-AFP Collaborative Effort (PACE) was initiated by PNP to maintain a “Stable Internal Peace and Security (SIPS) of Bataan. The move was made to boost the province’s image as investment hub and top tourist destination. Bataan is home to Freeport Area of Bataan and other freeport areas in the province which generate employment.
The joint signing of attestation was made by the governor, AFP Lt. Gen. Fernyl Buca and the PNP represented by Brig. Gen. Archival Macala.

Gov. Garcia said the attestation signing would enhance coordination with existing agencies to meet security challenges. He said Bataan will continue supporting the 911 Hotline, and Metro Bataan Development Authority (MBDA) patrolling of Roman Highway for prompt response on emergency cases like crimes and accidents.