The troop is under full control, adhering to the chain of command.

However, I hope to be present in the next public hearing that may be conducted on the same or other subjects,

Its worthy to note that some of the good ideas came from the soldiers on the ground level because they are the one knowledgeable of what is happening in their areas,

The AFP must always be united and remain apolitical,

All of us (military personnel) are Filipinos, so it is an obligation of us to monitor it (political and economic situation),

The rumours tend to create confusion, ... These things have distracted the Armed Forces of the Philippines from pursuing its primary mission of going after the enemies of the state.

What is important is that our forces are vigilant about all these. We are watching continuously. We are monitoring continuously. Our instructions are very clear to our operatives in our intelligence units that we should not leave any stones unturned,

There is a threat...This is the object of our intelligence (verification).

which could easily be converted into improvised explosive devices.

I have already called on the major service commanders to assure them that we will stay united, not resigning.