PNP, firm ink pact on P20-M drones, radio equipment

From the Philippine News Agency (Feb 20, 2024): PNP, firm ink pact on P20-M drones, radio equipment (By Christopher Lloyd Caliwan)

EQUIPMENT BOOST. PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. (center) and Okada Foundation Inc. president James Lorenzana (left) show a copy of the signed memorandum of agreement at Camp Crame, Quezon City on Monday (Feb. 19, 2024). Under the pact, the PNP will get radio communication equipment, drones and drone jammers worth PHP19.9 million from the company. (Photo courtesy of PNP-PIO)

MANILA – The Philippine National Police's (PNP) operational capability is seen to get a boost with the acquisition of drones and other modern equipment.

PNP chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. and Okada Foundation Inc. president James Lorenzana signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) for the purpose at Camp Crame, Quezon City on Monday, the PNP Public Information Office said in a news release on Tuesday.

Under the MOA, the PNP would get PHP9.99 million worth of radio communication equipment and PHP9.96 million worth drones and drone jammers from the company.

“By providing funds for essential equipment such as radio communication devices, drones, and jammers, we are prepared to confront the evolving challenges of modern policing,” Acorda said.

The PNP also received vehicles and television units from the Public Safety Mutual Benefit Fund Inc. (PSMBFI).

Acorda received the four Toyota Innova vehicles and 28 55-inch TV units from PSMBFI president and chief executive officer Jose Chiquito Malayo in simple rites.

The vehicles were allocated to the Philippine National Police Training Institute, Philippine National Police Academy, Explosive Ordnance Disposal/K9 Group, and Chief Executive Senior Police Officer, while the TV units were distributed to various National Support Units and National Operational Support Units.

Logistics manual

Acorda also led the launch of the police force's Logistics Policies Volume V Compendium.

The manual, published by the Directorate for Logistics, consists of various directives, policies, and protocols aimed at optimizing logistical resources.

Acorda acknowledged the Directorate for Logistics for its significant role in enhancing the PNP's operational efficiency and effectiveness.

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