New Chief of Police Rommel Marbil and His Vision for the Future of PNP

At a recent meeting of media outlets including TV, radio, print journalists, and bloggers, the 30th Chief of the Philippine National Police or PNP, Rommel Francisco Marbil, discussed his vision for the future of the police force in the country.

Held at the newly opened Dark Roast Coffeehouse in Maginhawa Quezon City, the intimate media conference became a platform for the new PNP Chief to lay down some of his plans to address the peace & order situation in the country and reforms that will help boost the moral of the police force.

He specifically mentioned two nationwide programs that can enhance the police force’s response time in emergency situation and aid in the swift resolution of crimes. A fully-integrated advance CCTV system and a universal police emergency 911 hotline.

For the police force, General Marbil envisions that every member of the force is properly accorded with the best legal assistance available and a health card.

Acknowledging the dedication of police officers, particularly in tasks like combating illegal drugs, the new PNP Chief pledged to establish legal support for personnel facing court charges linked to their duties. He also underscored the significance of prioritizing the well-being of police officers to enhance their effectiveness in serving the community.

The new Chief of Police has mandated a ban on mobile phone usage to ensure officers prioritize their duties and responsibilities to the nation and its citizens. All police personnel are reminded to refrain from unnecessary phone use while on duty, with plans to increase police presence in communities.

Under the new leadership, the PNP remains committed to upholding professionalism, integrity, and service standards to safeguard the peace and security of the Filipino people.

Chief Marbil endorses PBBM’s non-violent approach to combatting drugs, citing a recent seizure of over two tons of shabu by the PNP on April 15 without any casualties. He said that police officers assigned to combat drug criminals should all be capable of filing a case and winning it in court.

Upon assuming office as PNP Chief, Marbil pledged to prioritize the protection of human rights in the government’s intensified anti-drug efforts, aiming to minimize street killings. Marbil asserts that the PNP will conduct anti-drug operations resulting in thousands of arrests and the confiscation of millions worth of illegal drugs, all without any fatalities.

The new Chief of Police also answered questions from the media about rumors of destabilization and Malacanang performing a series of loyalty checks. Here are his answers:

As the event concluded, Chief Marbil expressed gratitude to the organizers for providing a platform to share his vision for the Philippine National Police.