CAMP PFC CIRILO TOLENTINO, Balanga City — The Philippine National Police (PNP) expressed solidarity with the Filipino workforce in celebration of Labor Day, recognizing the strength, intelligence, and dedication of workers across all sectors.

In a statement, the PNP emphasized the invaluable role that workers play in nation-building despite the various challenges they face daily.

“Sa kabila ng iba’t ibang hamon, nananatiling matatag ang ating mga manggagawa. Sila ang pundasyon ng ating lipunan—mga guro, manggagamot, kasambahay, manggagawang pabrika, magsasaka, mangingisda, Overseas Filipino Workers, at mga kawani ng pamahalaan,” the PNP said. “Ang bawat pawis at sakripisyo nila ay nagbubukas ng pag-asa para sa isang mas maunlad na bansa.”

The police force also highlighted its role as part of the country’s labor force.

“Kami rin ay mga lingkod-bayan—mga manggagawang handang magsakripisyo para sa kapayapaan at kaayusan,” the PNP noted, adding that while others celebrate and voice their calls for labor rights, the police remain committed to maintaining peace and order during all related activities.

The PNP also reaffirmed its respect for the people’s rights to free expression and peaceful assembly.

“Pinapahalagahan ng PNP ang karapatan ng bawat isa sa malayang pamamahayag at mapayapang pagtitipon. At sa parehong diwa, nananawagan kami ng disiplina, paggalang sa batas, at pakikiisa tungo sa isang makabuluhang selebrasyon ng Araw ng mga Manggagawa.”

The statement concluded with a tribute to Filipino laborers: “Muli, isang mataas na pagpupugay sa manggagawang Pilipino—ang tunay na bayani ng ating bansa. Mabuhay ang manggagawang Pilipino!”

📷 PNP