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Marbil’s drug campaign targets sources, not pushers
By J.Lo
“Our previous strategies concentrated too much on cutting off heads, but we need to target the body , entire supply chain and sources driving drug trade,” Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil unveiled new approach to country’s anti-illegal drugs campaign, focused on dismantling drug supply chains rather than targeting street-level pushers and users.
Strategy aims to be more effective and less violent, emphasizing human rights and addressing root causes of drug problem, according to Marbil.
He likened drug crisis to mythical Hydra, creature that grows more heads when one is cut off, indicating that previous strategies were ineffective in addressing underlying issues.
The PNP chief said recalibrated strategy will involve intensified intelligence operations and increased community engagement to identify and dismantle drug trafficking networks.
According to Marbil, focus will be on high-value drug personalities and flow of illegal drugs across the country, targeting those who orchestrate trade and profit from it.
“We are now focusing on high-value drug personalities and movements of illegal drugs across the country… real targets those who orchestrate trade and profit from it, not street-level pushers and users, who are often victims of circumstance,” he explained.
Marbil emphasized importance of minimizing violence in this new approach stating that they aim to address drug problem without resorting to bloodshed.
He stressed that by focusing on real culprits and protecting victims, they can make communities safer while respecting human rights.
Marbil said strategic shift aligns with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s vision for safer and more secure Philippines.
He pointed out that recalibrated strategy is “critical step toward achieving that goal.”
“With this approach, we are not only saving lives but also working toward better future for our nation…we are committed to addressing drug issue with compassion, strategy, and adherence to rule of law,” Marbil said.
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