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As campaign season kicks off, AFP chief orders troops to stop NPA rebels from “extorting”

(Eagle News)—The Armed Forces of the Philippines on Tuesday, Feb. 12, called on soldiers to stop the New People’s Army from extorting. AFP Chief General Benjamin Madrigal Jr. made the call on the same day the campaign season for candidates running for national positions kicked off. According to Madrigal, while there were areas where the NPA has been declared persona non grata, it would be best to be “on the lookout” for the “extortion” activities. President […]