MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. on Tuesday tasked the members of the national and regional peace and order councils to address cases of political violence, even those stemming from the illegal drug trade. Marcos said political violence and illegal drugs are currently the two biggest concerns threatening peace and order in the country. According to the Presidential Communications Office (PCO), Marcos made the statement during the 1st Joint National Peace and Order Council and Regional Peace and Order Council Meeting in Malacañang, where he noted the increasing violent activities in the country, particularly since the 2022 elections.

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