• Protection of the freedom, public safety and welfare of the people. • Ending all internal armed conflicts, i.e., communist insurgency, violent extremism and terrorism. • Preservation of the sovereignty and integrity of the national territory. • Pursuit of independent foreign policy in the exercise of national sovereignty and self-determination. • Pursuit and sustainment of inclusive economic growth and development. • Protection of the Filipino public from criminality, illegal drugs, pandemics, cyber-attack, and weapons of mass destruction. • Freedom from any forms of nuclear weapons within the Philippine territory. • Protection and preservation of ecological balance. • Promotion of social cohesion and national unity. The conditions identified below, Filipinos. If unfulfilled, these will result although not directly threatening the in damage that could undermine the survival of the nation, are considered as attainment of our goals, objectives and important for the enhancement of national programs. security and the well-being of the • Development of credible armed forces and pursuit of security sector reform. [18]