Speaker Martin Romualdez on Monday welcomed the findings of the latest OCTA Research survey, showing that an overwhelming majority of adult Filipinos are prepared to defend the nation in the face of a foreign threat.
The Tugon ng Masa survey, conducted from December 10 to 14, 2023, sheds light on the sentiments of adult Filipinos, with an astounding 77 percent expressing their readiness to defend the country in the face of a conflict with a foreign enemy.
Romualdez said he is “deeply moved” and “inspired” by this outcome. He acknowledged it as “testament to the indomitable spirit that lies within every Filipino.”
“These survey results demonstrate the deep-rooted love and loyalty that Filipinos have for our homeland. It is truly heartening to witness such a strong sense of national pride,” the Speaker added.
The survey findings also highlight regional variations in willingness to fight for the country, with Mindanao exhibiting the highest percentage at 84 percent, followed by Balance Luzon at 79 percent, National Capital Region at 76 percent, and Visayas at 62 percent.
Romualdez acknowledged these regional differences, saying the diversity in responses across the nation further underscores the unity and diversity that make Filipinos resilient.
“Regardless of our regional backgrounds, we all share a common desire to protect our nation’s integrity,” the House Speaker pointed out.
In terms of socioeconomic classes, the survey reveals that a higher percentage of adult Filipinos belonging to Class D, at 80 percent, express their willingness to fight for the country.
“Their willingness to defend our country is a testament to their selflessness and love for our fellow citizens,” Romualdez said.
The Tugon ng Masa survey, commissioned by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), aims to gauge the willingness of adult Filipinos to fight for the country against foreign adversaries.
As a public service, OCTA Research released these survey results, providing valuable insights into the sentiments and aspirations of the Filipino people.
Conducted through face-to-face interviews, the survey fieldwork involved a diverse sample of 1,200 male and female probability respondents aged 18 and above.
With a ±3 percent margin of error at a 95 percent confidence level, the survey ensures a high degree of statistical accuracy.
Editor’s Note: This is an updated article. Originally posted with the headline OCTA survey on Filipino nationalism heartens Romualdez