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President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. graces the Commencement Exercises of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) "Bagong Sinag" class of 2024. at the Fort Del Pilar in Baguio City, Province of Benguet on  May 18, 2024. KJ Rosales, PPA pool

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Katrina Domingo

Karen De Guzman

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/176475028550920240518-bbm-pma-arrival-PPA-3 (1).jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. graces the Commencement Exercises of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) &quot;Bagong Sinag&quot; class of 2024. at the Fort Del Pilar in Baguio City, Province of Benguet on May 18, 2024. KJ Rosales, PPA pool" width="960"/>President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. graces the Commencement Exercises of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) &quot;Bagong Sinag&quot; class of 2024. at the Fort Del Pilar in Baguio City, Province of Benguet on  May 18, 2024. KJ Rosales, PPA pool</div>MANILA (UPDATED) — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.  announced an increase in the base pay of military and uniformed personnel (MUP) on Wednesday, just a week after the Commander-in-Chief met with and secured the continuing support of several military officials.The increase will be released in three tranches, particularly on January 1, 2026, 2027 and 2028, the President said in a video message posted on his social media accounts.<div><a class="fr-green" href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/12/2/afp-honors-wounded-officer-reviews-policy-to-ensure-no-injured-personnel-is-left-behind-1437">AFP honors wounded officer, reviews policy to ensure ‘no injured personnel is left behind’ </a></div>“Naniniwala ang Administrasyong ito na ang mga nagtatanggol sa bayan ay nararapat ring protektahan ng pamahalaan,” he said, acknowledging the troops’ efforts in disaster, rescue and relief efforts during recent calamities. “Makatarungang sahod at sapat na suporta, ito ang handog ng sambayanan sa ating mga taga-pagtanggol,” he said.“Bilang pagkilala sa inyong walang sawang pag-lilingkod, dedikasyon, at husay, ating itataas ang Base Pay ng MUP,” he said.<div><a class="fr-green" href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/11/28/-we-remain-apolitical-military-advisers-pledge-support-for-marcos-jr-amid-destabilization-rumors-1925">‘We remain apolitical’: Military advisers pledge support for Marcos Jr. amid destabilization rumors</a></div>Those who are entitled to this salary increase are personnel from the following agencies: - Department of National Defense - Department of Interior and Local Government - Philippine Coast Guard - Bureau of Corrections - National Mapping and Resource Information AuthorityThe announcement of the MUP’s base pay comes weeks after talks of a military reset swirled amid massive corruption issues in several government agencies, an issue which has been denied by military authorities and civilian officials. Earlier this year, Marcos Jr. also approved hiking the military’s daily subsistence allowance to P350.In a statement, Armed Forces of the Philippines spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla said they &quot;welcome&quot; the directive of Marcos Jr.&quot;This gesture reflects the administration’s recognition of the sacrifices made by our soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines who dedicate their lives to protecting our people and safeguarding our sovereignty,&quot; said Padilla.&quot;This support will not only uplift the morale of our troops but also strengthen our commitment to perform our duties with professionalism, integrity, and faithful service to the nation,&quot; she added, noting that the AFP is grateful to Marcos Jr. for his &quot;continued trust and support.&quot;The Philippine National Police also expressed its gratitude, with acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. saying that Marcos&#x27;s continuing trust in the police force inspires personnel to fulfill their duties.&quot;His message gives renewed motivation to our personnel who carry out their duties each day to help keep our communities secure,&quot; Nartatez said in a statement. The PNP also welcomed the administration&#x27;s plan to enhance benefits for military and uniformed services, including adjustments in base pay and improvements to subsistence allowance.&quot;This gesture is deeply appreciated across the organization, as it reflects the government&#x27;s recognition of the daily risks and responsibilities carried by our personnel,&quot; Nartatez said. He added the PNP remains fully aligned with the national government&#x27;s programs to strengthen peace and order nationwide.&quot;We will continue to uphold our mandate with professionalism and respect for the rights and dignity of every Filipino, and we will stay prepared and responsive as new challenges emerge.&quot;Nartatez also reaffirmed the PNP&#x27;s commitment to the public, emphasizing that community safety remains central to the police force&#x27;s mission.<div> </div><div><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EgnWaluwjhU?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe> </div>

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced an increase in the base pay of military and uniformed personnel (MUP) on Wednesday, just a week after the Commander-in-Chief met with and secured the continuing support of several military officials.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced an increase in the base pay of military and uniformed personnel (MUP) on Wednesday, just a week after the Commander-in-Chief met with and secured the continuing support of several military officials.

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Marcos Jr. hikes base pay of military personnel

Katrina Domingo,

Karen De Guzman,

ABS-CBN News

Published December 03, 2025 04:33 PM PHT

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Updated December 03, 2025 10:27 PM PHT

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