National and local government officials release white doves symbolizing peace during the formal declaration of “Stable Internal Peace and Security” (SIPS) in the Calabarzon region held in Lucena City. (Photo from Facebook of Quezon provincial government)
LUCENA CITY – The entire Calabarzon region (Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon) was formally declared free from the influence of communist insurgents during a ceremony held here on Friday, June 12.
The declaration of “Stable Internal Peace and Security” (SIPS) in Calabarzon was made at the Quezon Convention Center in line with the celebration of the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence. The event was streamed live on social media.
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