240 cops complete internal security operations training

CEBU, Philippines — A total of 240 police officers of the Police Regional Office (PRO)-7 completed the Basic Internal Security Operations Course (BISOC) during a graduation ceremony held at Camp Ceperino Genovia in Barangay Bahay, Sibonga, Cebu on Thursday, June 25.

The graduates belonged to Classes CL-02-013-R7-2026-029, 030, and 031 under Batch “SANIBTALAS.” They underwent a 45-day training program designed to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and operational readiness in internal security operations.

According to PRO-7, the course aims to equip police personnel with the capabilities needed to address threats to peace, security, and public order while enhancing their role in protecting communities and supporting national security efforts.

Police Brigadier General Arnold Abad, director of PRO-7, presided over the ceremony as guest of honor and speaker. He also led the awarding of certificates, the donning of berets, and the presentation of BISOC pins to the graduates.

In his message, Abad described the completion of the course as an important step in strengthening the Philippine National Police’s capability to carry out internal security operations.

He said the participants underwent rigorous training and practical exercises that enhanced their discipline, endurance, teamwork, and operational skills, enabling them to respond more effectively to security threats and public order concerns.

Abad also emphasized the value of foundation and specialized tactical courses such as BISOC in developing a more capable police force through improved leadership, tactical competence, decision-making, teamwork, and mental resilience among police personnel.

“As the Philippine National Police assumes greater responsibilities in internal security operations, the organization needs officers who are adaptable, highly skilled, and prepared to perform a wide range of operational responsibilities,” Abad said.

He encouraged the graduates to continue pursuing professional development through specialized training to further improve their leadership, operational competence, and readiness for future assignments.

Abad also reminded the graduates that the berets and BISOC pins they received symbolize not only their accomplishment but also their responsibility to help carry out the PNP’s mission of preserving peace and security in communities.

PRO-7 said the successful completion of BISOC Batch “SANIBTALAS” reflects the regional police office’s continuing effort to build a disciplined, professional, and mission-ready police force capable of responding to evolving security challenges.

Abad concluded by congratulating the graduates for their dedication and perseverance. He urged them to remain committed to service, honor, and duty in line with the PNP’s guiding principle, “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman.” (CEBU NEWS)