The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has declared its readiness to follow President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s guidance on defending the nation’s sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). AFP spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla underscored the military’s commitment to upholding the President’s stance against external harassment. This announcement reinforces President Marcos’s previous assurance that the Philippines will not concede to pressure from foreign entities regarding the WPS. The AFP’s statement demonstrates a firm resolve to protect Filipino interests in the contested waters. This comes amid ongoing tensions and disputes in the region, signaling a proactive approach to national security. The AFP’s willingness to act on the President’s “direction” underscores a unified front in asserting the Philippines’ claims.