THE National Police (PNP) has intensified efforts to prevent Filipino jobseekers from being lured into joining armed conflicts abroad.
In a statement, the PNP Chief, Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., said the PNP is investigating reports of Filipinos being recruited to participate in foreign conflicts through combat-related activities.
‘We are coordinating with the Armed Forces and the intelligence community regarding this serious matter. If there is any, our goal is to shut down the network of recruitment in the interest of protecting all our kababayan,’ he said, adding that this is in line with the directive of President Marcos Jr. through the guidance of Interior Secretary Juanito Victor Remulla, to strengthen efforts against illegal recruitment and protect Filipinos from schemes that could put their lives and safety at risk.
Earlier, reports said a Filipino was killed while fighting alongside Russian forces in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Reports said the Filipino had signed a contract with the Russian armed forces in May.
There were claims that at least three more Filipinos were recruited.
The PNP reminded jobseekers to exercise caution when considering employment offers involving overseas security or other related work.
The public is also urged to verify recruitment offers and report suspicious activities to authorities. With PNA