President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. praised Samar province for its efforts in fighting insurgency. During his speech, President Marcos Jr. mentioned that five municipalities in Samar have been declared to have 'stable internal peace and security status.' He commended the province for its dedication and emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and security in the region [121c8d20].
President Marcos Jr. also highlighted the establishment of 186 community support programs in Samar, which have been instrumental in helping 63 former rebels reintegrate into society. These programs aim to provide support and opportunities for individuals who have chosen to abandon armed struggle and pursue peaceful lives [121c8d20].
The recognition of Samar province's fight against insurgency and the success of community support programs demonstrate the government's commitment to addressing internal security challenges and promoting peace and stability in the Philippines [121c8d20] [28c74d9b].