Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief General Romeo Brawner Jr. re-assures the public that no coup d’état under his leadership despite speculations of internal unrest within the military.

“As long as I serve as Chief of Staff, no coup shall happen. Not on my watch. We will not be shaken by rumor, nor outmaneuvered by noise,” he said.

“Let me reassure our countrymen that the AFP remains strong, professional, and firmly loyal to the chain of command. We are a disciplined institution, grounded in respect for the Constitution, civilian authority, and the rule of law,” he added.

Brawner affirmed the “unwavering commitment” of the organization to the Constitution and the chain of command.

He warned those who continue to stir discord and disinformation of “broader consequences” in undermining the AFP.

“To those who persist in creating instability, I offer this not as a rebuke, but as a reminder. Do not sow doubt among the very ranks that safeguard our democracy. Do not attempt to influence or mislead soldiers who serve quietly, honorably, and with steadfast loyalty to our Constitution and our country,” he said.

“Frustration is not a license to target your protectors. Attacking the Armed Forces with baseless narratives only threatens to weaken an institution that exists to defend us all,” he added.

Brawner encouraged the public to be discerning and differentiate real concerns from baseless speculations, especially about public institutions and national security.

“Let us not be adversaries in the same nation we all claim to love. Let us be better stewards of our words, platforms, and influence, because patriotism is not measured by how loudly we speak, but by how wisely we choose unity over division, and nation-building over disruption,” he said.