PNP backs Marcos order to save energyMore than 300 newly appointed police non-commissioned officers from the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) arrive at the Manila Police District on January 26, 2026. MANILA, Philippines — Backing President Marcos’ directive to conserve energy amid global fuel price volatility due to the Middle East crisis, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has ordered the implementation of energy-saving measures. Rationalized personnel and vehicle deployment, reduced non-essential travel, improved operational planning and vehicle pooling must be enforced, PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said yesterday. Countries covered are Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Nigeria, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and United Arab Emirates. Moreno urged public schools to keep graduation activities “as modest and as frugal as we can.” — Evelyn Macairan, Josiah Antonio

Source: Philippine Star March 03, 2026 16:38 UTC