Metro Manila, Philippines – Malacañang said it has yet to confirm reports of an alleged destabilization plot on Independence Day, June 12, but warned the public against groups supposedly seeking to seize power ahead of the 2028 elections.
Communications Undersecretary Claire Castro said authorities are verifying information on the alleged plot.
“Sa ngayon wala tayong makukumpirma sa sinasabing plano ng mga destabilizer sa June 12,” Castro said.
[Translation: At this time, we cannot confirm reports about an alleged destabilization plan on June 12.]
Castro suggested that certain groups have long sought to install their preferred leader in power ahead of the next presidential election.
“Pero hindi naman bago ang mga ganitong aksyon dahil noon pa nila nais iluklok sa pwesto ang kanilang poon na gahaman sa kapangyarihan kahit wala pa ang 2028,” she said.
[Translation: These actions are not new because they have long wanted to install their power-hungry idol into office even before 2028.]
The Palace official said law enforcement agencies and investigative bodies are responsible for looking into any potential threats to public order and constitutional processes.
“Nasa mandato naman po ng mga law enforcement agency at investigating bodies na aksyunan ang mga ganitong klaseng illegal activities,” Castro said.
[Translation: It is the mandate of law enforcement agencies and investigative bodies to act on these kinds of illegal activities.]
Castro also cautioned the public against what she described as the “forces of darkness.”
“Mag-ingat po tayong lahat sa mga kampon ng kadiliman,” she said.
[Translation: Let us all be wary of the forces of darkness.]
Social media and political circles have been abuzz about a possible destabilization effort targeting the administration ahead of Independence Day celebrations.
