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Manila Bulletin devider Philippines devider National devider Nartatez vows integrity-based reforms in PNP after getting 4th star

Nartatez vows integrity-based reforms in PNP after getting 4th star

Published Jan 28, 2026 03:44 pm
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Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez, Jr., chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), vowed to uphold integrity and institute discipline and professionalism as he took full control of the organization following his promotion to a four-star rank general.
In his speech during the arrival honor after the donning of the rank in Malacañang, Nartatez said the full command of the Philippine National Police rests on the discipline, professionalism and sacrifices of every police officer who serves whether on the frontlines or behind the scenes.
“I accept this responsibility with resolve and a clear sense of purpose. My career has taught me one constant truth: policing must be firm, fair and anchored on integrity. These are not slogans, these are standards. They will guide my leadership as Chief of the Philippine National Police,” said Nartatez.
“As Chief, I will lead this organization in faithful service to the Constitution. I will enforce the rule of law without fear or favor. Professionalism, discipline and integrity are not optional, they are expected,” he added.
Nartatez took over the leadership of the PNP in August last year after retired general Nicolas Torre was booted out of his post over a reshuffle order.
He initiated reform programs that focused on enhanced management of police operations in order to maximize law enforcement and maintain peace and order.
The strategic police operations contributed to the decline of crime rate in 2025 and led to various successful operations in illegal drugs, cybercrime and smuggling activities.
In a statement, Nartatez offered his promotion to all PNP personnel whom he said proved their dedication and hard work in the interest of safety and welfare of the Filipino people.
“I offer this promotion, this fourth star, to every man and woman of the Philippine National Police, particularly our ground personnel who serve as the frontliners of the police service in ensuring the safety and welfare of the people on every street and in every community,” said Nartatez.
Since he assumed the top police post, Nartatez said he can vouch for the hard work and dedication of our uniformed personnel in honoring their oath to serve the people.
That hard work and dedication, he said, do not only cover law enforcement and disaster response but even in non-police related duties like assisting in giving birth, trekking mountains to help people seeking medication and give their own money to help the people in need.
“These are just some of the services that defined who we are as police officers, these are just a few of so many good deeds that renewed the trust and confidence of the Filipino people to their PNP, and these are what we shall sustain for us to live up to the high expectation of the public,” said Nartatez.
Nartatez, on the other hand, vowed to advance enhanced managing police operations through intelligence-driven and risk-based policing.
“We will manage our resources with strict accountability so that manpower, logistics and funding directly serve police operations. We will strengthen morale and welfare because discipline and motivation are operational necessities, not privileges. We will enforce integrity at all levels because public trust is built by conduct and loss of tolerance of wrongdoing,” said Nartatez.
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