A call for justice for our fallen and disabled soldiersThere are moments in a nation’s life when existing policies must change to give way to what is moral and correct. President Marcos Jr.’s directive in December 2025 to review policies governing Complete Disability Discharge (CDD) of soldiers in the Armed Forces is one such moment. The President rightly said that soldiers who sacrifice in the line of duty should not be treated as disposable. Today, soldiers killed in action (KIA) or rendered permanently disabled are often treated as if their service simply ended early – as if death or disability were a voluntary resignation. Disability pensions under Philippine Veterans Affairs office (PVAO) end when the soldier dies, leaving families abruptly unsupported.

Source: Philippine Star February 11, 2026 09:27 UTC