Region 1 Peace and Order Council Welcomes New Chairperson
La Union Governor Mario Eduardo C. Ortega takes the helm of the Ilocos Region security council.
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La Union Governor Mario Eduardo C. Ortega officially took his oath of office as the new chairperson of the Regional Peace and Order Council (RPOC) in Ilocos Region on August 24, 2026, the PGLU reports. The ceremony took place at the Provincial Capitol in the City of San Fernando, La Union. Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region 1 Director Jonathan Paul M. Leusen Jr. administered the oath.
Under this new designation, the governor will lead collaborative efforts among government agencies, local government units, and community stakeholders. These initiatives aim to promote peace, ensure public safety, and prevent crime across the entire Ilocos Region.
Expressing his commitment, Gov. Ortega stated, “It is an honor to be appointed to this position. It is not only an honor for me but also for the province because this recognizes our capability. But this is not an easy task because we are looking after the safety not only of our province but of the entire region and the country, especially with what is happening in the West Philippine Sea.”
To address these regional security challenges, the governor emphasized that unity and cooperation are essential. He called on all sectors to uphold the spirit of local collaboration to ensure the success of the council’s peace programs.
SOURCE: PGLU
