The Department of National Defense supports the mandatory implementation of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps program, emphasizing its help for mental health.
To address the rising number of suicides worldwide, Senator Chiz Escudero requested the Department of Health to create more initiatives about mental health.
The Department of National Defense commended some senators for giving support in assigning more locations for the joint maritime patrols of the United States and the Philippines.
Senate President Miguel Zubiri passed a bill promoting a framework for waste-to-energy facilities to address waste management problems and find a new energy source.
The Philippine Army wants to increase its cooperation with the country over land domain training and education after meeting with the United Kingdom's defense attaché.