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MANILA, Philippines — The National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) will be deploying 4,904 personnel for the metro’s celebration of the 2025 Chinese New Year.

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In a statement on Tuesday evening, the NCRPO said the deployment includes 733 officers to secure celebration venues, 531 to manage traffic flow and 488 to monitor at checkpoints.

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The Metro Manila police added that medical teams and reserve forces will be on standby for emergency response.

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Further, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams, Explosive Ordinance Disposal and K9 units, and drone operators will be deployed to help oversee security for celebrations to usher in the Year of the Wood Snake.

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“The NCRPO has taken every step to ensure the success and safety of the Chinese New Year celebrations,” Regional Director Brig. Gen. Anthony Aberin said in a statement.

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“With thousands of personnel deployed across Metro Manila, we are committed to maintaining peace and order during this festive season,” Aberin added.

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The Manila Police District previously announced road closures beginning 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28, due to Chinese New Year festivities in the following areas:

Q. Paredes Street (from P. Burgos Avenue to Dasmariñas Street) Jones Bridge Plaza Cervantes Binondo-Intramuros Bridge Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again. Your subscription has been successful.

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