AFP: High trust rating a call to remain disciplined, dedicated

PAF and Army personnel unload relief goods from a Black Hawk helicopter at Brgy. Cagayanan, Tineg, Abra, on August 4, 2025, in support of ongoing relief efforts. (Photo courtesy: PAF 205ᵗʰ Tactical Helicopter Wing)

By Priam Nepomuceno | Philippine News Agency

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Thursday welcomed “with deep gratitude” the latest OCTA Research survey showing high public trust in the military.

“We are especially honored that the AFP remains in the hearts and minds of our fellow citizens,” AFP Spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla said in a statement.

“Their trust is both a validation of our steadfast commitment and a call to remain vigilant, disciplined, and dedicated in every domain where we are needed—whether defending our territory, responding to disasters, assisting in development, or confronting emerging challenges in cyberspace.”

Based on OCTA’s July 2025 Tugon ng Masa survey, 81 percent of adult Filipinos expressed trust in the AFP, while 82 percent said they are satisfied with the institution’s performance.

The fieldwork was conducted from July 12 to 17 using face-to-face interviews with 1,200 male and female respondents aged 18 years and above.

“This independent and non-partisan survey, conducted through rigorous and scientific methodology, reflects not just institutional performance but the collective trust of the Filipino people, which continues to guide and inspire the men and women in uniform,” Padilla said.

She commended OCTA for its “professionalism and impartiality in providing data that empowers public discourse and governance.”

“The AFP recognizes their work as a credible partner in transparency and civic awareness,” Padilla said of OCTA. (PNA)

Popular

Teodoro warned military takeover would bring consequences similar to Myanmar

By Patrick de Jesus | PTV News Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. warned that a military takeover would bring more consequences for the Philippines. This comes...

PBBM vows continued 4PH expansion

By Brian Campued President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Thursday reiterated his administration’s commitment to provide every Filipino family with a safe, decent, and affordable...

Palace questions credibility of citizen complaint submitted to ICI

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet On the heels of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure’s (ICI) receipt of a letter of sentiment from a private citizen on...

PBBM hails dedication to public service of 2025 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos awardees

By Dean Aubrey Caratiquet “They remind us that integrity and excellence must be at the heart of the work that we all do.” Amid the various...