Manila, Oct. 23 -- cting Mayor Sebastian "Baste" Z. Duterte has lauded the creation of the Metropolitan Davao Police Task Force (MDPTF), saying it will contribute immensely in ensuring peace and order in the region. In a statement Friday, the city government said the MDPTF is composed of police units from the cities of Davao, Tagum, Panabo, Samal Island, and Digos, and the municipalities of Carmen in Davao del Norte and Sta. Cruz in Davao del Sur. "The launching of the MDPTF is vital as it will help in strengthening the capacity of local police forces while preparing for the eventual activation of the Metropolitan Davao Police Office, which in turn, will ensure the maintenance of peace and order that is integral to the development of Metro ...