The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday, April 12, hosted a “Grand Iftar” to promote “commonality among different faiths and bridge gaps by promoting an understanding of Islamic practices and traditions.”
The event was organized by the Salaam Police Center of the PNP’s Directorate for Police Community Relations (DPCR) in the police headquarter in Camp Crame.
In a message, national police chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. the event “serves as a reminder of the values that we hold dear as the premier police agency of the country, particularly the values of diversity, inclusion, and unity.”
“We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive police force, and we recognize the important role that our Muslim PNP personnel play in promoting understanding and unity in our society,” he said.
“As we continue to face various challenges as a nation, let us stand together as a united front against the forces of division and hatred,” the national police chief said.
He urged police personnel to strive toward “a peaceful and prosperous Philippines, where all individuals are able to live their lives free from fear and discrimination.”
The event was participated in by about 250 Muslim PNP personnel from the National Capital Region Police Office, Special Action Force, and Camp Crame-based offices/units, including the National Officers of Salaam Police Advocacy Group and other Muslim personalities in the National Capital Region and nearby provinces.
