Heroes Hall, Malacañan Palace July 18, 2017 President Rodrigo Roa Duterte led the turnover of 3,000 pistols to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) in a ceremony at the Malacañan Palace. The President spoke of the importance of having a side arm for off-duty soldiers for the purpose of self-defense and civic responsibility. He continue reading : Ceremonial Turnover of Pistols to the Armed Forces of the Philippines