HOUSE Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez on Tuesday said the House of Representatives supports increased spending for the defense sector under the proposed P5.768 trillion 2024 national budget to bolster the country's capability in protecting its territorial integrity.

"Our commitment to safeguarding our territorial integrity and ensuring the safety of our citizens remains unwavering. As a nation, we must take proactive measures to enhance our defense capabilities and ensure that we have the necessary resources to effectively protect our sovereign rights," Romualdez said.

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