MANILA, March 5 -- Speaker Martin Romualdez on Tuesday reaffirmed the full support of the House of Representatives to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s initiative for the continuous enhancement of the Philippine Coast Guard's (PCG) capabilities, as well as the modernization of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), amid continuing tensions in the West Philippine Sea.

"We stand united in support of President Marcos Jr.'s firm resolve to enhance our defense capabilities to uphold our country's sovereignty and protect our national interest in the West Philippine Sea. The House of Representatives is solidly behind his decisive leadership and unwavering commitment to safeguarding our sovereignty and territorial integrity," Romualdez sai...