Manila: The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Friday reported no major untoward incidents during its initial assessment of Labor Day activities nationwide. Early reports showed at least nine rallies were held across the country, drawing around 3,410 participants. Of these, eight were ongoing as of noon while one had concluded.

According to Philippines News Agency, the activities largely focused on labor concerns such as wage increases, fuel prices, and worker protection. "The initial assessment is coming out well because we have no untoward incidents as of this report," PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Randulf Tua±o said at a press briefing. Tua±o said police operations centered on visibility, traffic management, securing key areas, and ensuring orderly public assemblies.

Authorities also maintained coordination with rally organizers to uphold the right to peaceful protest while ensuring safety. Tua±o said most rallies in Metro Manila were held without permits, except for one authorized by the Marikina local government. He also defended security measures near Malaca±ang, including the installation of barbed wire. "The PNP says there is no such thing as overkill as far as preparation is concerned," Tua±o said.

PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said despite the favorable assessment, the PNP will remain on full alert. "Patuloy kaming nakaantabay (Our monitoring continues) - not just to ensure security, but to support the safe and peaceful expression of our people's concerns," he said in a statement. More than 106,000 police personnel were deployed nationwide, supported by force multipliers and partner agencies, to ensure public safety.