President Bongbong Marcos announced his consideration of putting the management of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council under the Office of the President.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines' Western Command chief sees the importance of sending troops on "DAGIT-PA" exercises to enhance skills for future deployment.
The Department of Education in the Cordillera Administrative Region observed the personal responsibility of students for their safety through their wearing of face masks despite the lifting of its usage.