Manila, July 1 -- President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday emphasized the Philippine Air Force's (PAF) crucial role in national security, disaster response, and law enforcement, vowing sustained government support to equip and modernize the service amid evolving regional threats and internal challenges.

Speaking at the PAF's 78th founding anniversary celebration at the Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, Marcos praised the Air Force for its commitment to its mission and its growing capability to secure Philippine skies and support civilian communities.

"The Philippine Air Force is a force in its own right. It is credible, agile, and essential to our country's aerospace defense," Marcos said, noting the PAF's consistent presence across ...