Malacañang and the Philippine National Police (PNP) said there is no confirmed information regarding reports of a possible destabilization effort or anti-administration activity linked to the country’s Independence Day celebration on June 12.
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said verification and investigation of any alleged illegal activity fall under the responsibility of law enforcement agencies and other authorized investigating bodies.
While noting that no confirmed report has been presented, Castro said allegations of destabilization efforts are not new and claimed that some groups have long sought to place their preferred leader in power ahead of the 2028 elections.
She also urged the public to remain vigilant against groups she referred to as “forces of darkness.”
The Palace statement came after reports circulated regarding a closed-door meeting attended by Philippine National Police officials and regional directors at Camp Crame. The meeting was led by Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla.
However, the PNP clarified that it has not received any validated intelligence report indicating a planned attack against Malacañang or any threat connected to the observance of Independence Day.
According to police officials, the meeting was not focused on defending Malacañang from any alleged threat. Instead, discussions centered on preparations for the upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA), developments in the Senate, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government’s Safer Cities Initiative.
The PNP added that heightened security measures are standard procedure during major national events and public gatherings.
Police officials said they will remain alert, prepared, and deployed across the country to help ensure the safe and orderly celebration of Independence Day.
Authorities emphasized that, as of now, there is no validated intelligence report confirming any destabilization plot or security threat related to the June 12 festivities.
