With the upcoming state visit of US President Barack Obama, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Wednesday said they are still to detect any security threats against the American chief executive's trip.
Obama's trip is slated on April 28 to 29.
"We are still to detect any security threats," said AFP public affairs office chief Lt. Col. Ramon Zagala.
But this does not mean that they will lessen the security preparations.
He also clarified that the Presidential Security Group (PSG) is the lead agency in securing Obama's visit.
"PSG is lead agency regarding security of President Obama in coordination with the US Secret Service," Zagala stressed.
The US Secret Service contingent has been in the
The AFP public affairs office chief added that these units will work together in all security concerns during the visit.
"AFP and the Philippine National Police will be in support together with the Department of Transportation and Communications and Metropolitan Manila Development Authority. Other government agencies will also support security requirements when tasked," he added.
Zagala stressed that initial planning between the PSG and US Secret Service has began last Monday and will continue until the plan will be finished.
"The AFP through the PSG will ensure the protection of President Obama and is confident in the vast experience and capabilities of the PSG in VIP protection," he stressed.
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