Chinese New Year 2026: Over 7,000 cops to be deployed in Metro Manila

2026-02-16 - 02:26

MANILA, Philippines — Over 7,000 police officers will be deployed in Metro Manila for this year’s Chinese New Year celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 17, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said. “The police force is implementing a maximum presence posture, particularly in Binondo and other high-traffic areas, to ensure a peaceful and orderly celebration,” PNP Chief