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Teodoro: Reforms in MUP Pension System My Top Priority
The issue of pension reforms has long been a contentious one in the Philippines. Many retirees from the uniformed services, particularly the Military and Uniformed Personnel (MUP), have been struggling to make ends meet on meager pensions. Recognizing the urgency of this matter, Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro has declared that pension system reforms for MUP personnel are his top priority.
In an interview with ANC, Teodoro emphasized the dire need for reforms in the MUP pension system. He acknowledged that the current system is flawed and does not adequately provide for the needs of retired military and uniformed personnel. He stated, “We need to have a sane and sustainable pension system that will properly compensate our retired personnel for their years of service and sacrifice.”
One of the key issues that the government needs to address is the significant disparity in pension benefits between the different branches of the MUP. Currently, retirees from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) receive larger pensions compared to those from other uniformed services such as the Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP). This inequity is a major cause of dissatisfaction and frustration among retirees.
Teodoro aims to rectify this discrepancy by implementing a more equitable pension system that takes into account the years of service and rank attained in each branch of the MUP. He believes that a fair and balanced pension scheme will not only help alleviate the financial burden on retirees but also boost their morale and sense of belonging within the uniformed services.
Another crucial aspect that Teodoro intends to address is the sustainable funding of the pension system. Currently, the pension fund for MUP personnel heavily relies on the national budget and contributions from active members. However, due to the aging population and the increasing number of retirees, the pension fund’s sustainability is under threat.
To address this issue, Teodoro plans to explore alternative funding sources, such as creating investment opportunities for the pension fund, exploring private sector partnerships, or increasing the contributions from active MUP personnel. By diversifying the sources of funding, he hopes to ensure the long-term financial viability of the pension system, allowing it to adequately support retirees’ needs.
In addition to addressing the pension system’s shortcomings, Teodoro also recognizes the importance of providing better post-retirement benefits and assistance to MUP retirees. This includes improved healthcare services, assistance programs, and job placement opportunities for retired personnel transitioning to civilian life. By providing comprehensive post-retirement benefits, Teodoro aims to ensure that retirees can live a dignified and comfortable life after their years of service.
While the road to pension reform may be challenging, Teodoro’s commitment to making it a top priority is a positive step towards improving the lives of MUP retirees. His vision of a more equitable and sustainable pension system, coupled with comprehensive post-retirement benefits, promises to provide a brighter future for those who have dedicated their lives to serving and protecting our nation.
As discussions and deliberations on the reforms continue, it is essential for the government and other stakeholders to work hand-in-hand in finding viable solutions that prioritize the welfare and well-being of MUP retirees. Only through collaborative efforts can we achieve a pension system that truly honors the sacrifices and contributions of our uniformed services.
6 yrs lang cla sa serbisyo
Hindi Naman magtatagal cla sa pwesto kayong mga mup 20 to 35 yrs sa serbisyo pwede Kyo mag kudeta
hay, nakaka low moral
Regarding MUP! Why they focus on the Uniformed Personnel? If they will force us (PNP/AFP) to contribute from our salary which we shed blood from our service for the sake of paying the debt of our beloved country because of the past corrupt officials, let also all Government leaders/officials in different agencies with much larger salary than the PNP/AFP, having large budgets for their projects that they are corrupting and more capable of sharing financial support, to CONTRIBUTE also! Regarding the percent, must be the same level with the PNP at least 2% only!!! This MUP Bill especially regarding salary… must be implemented also to all of them!
Hinde marunong maawa si BBM sa mga mup kawawa tayo wala na nga dagdag babaguhin pa nila binigay na babawiin
Majority of the politicians of this country DO NOT KNOW THE WORD "SACRIFICE" that MUP are struggling only fellow MUP will understand it.
Ok thats wat you think that entering military service is one of d attractive opportunity considering d benefits recieved., mind d honorable good secretary that only d time of PRRD the military or MUP recieved respect & dignity in terms of salary. Before.., Philippine soldiers or MUP are one of d lowest paid soldiers in d whole world. Now., if our politicians also will sacrifice their pork barrel for d good of our economy..,for sure our MUP will understand it.
Sir una pong mag dedecline ang morale ng lht ng tropa. Cguro mas maganda ang pag usapan nlng etong mga party list na wlng nagagawa sa bayan. Malaking pondo nasasayang kada taon. Eto mga garapata sa pag lustay ng salapi ng bayan.
Dapat 40 hrs a week nalang trabaho ng mga mup pag ganyan
Kmi nga gusto na magresign dahil kmi rin ang magsusuffer
Tapos magbabalak tumakbo next election. PWE! Huwag kami maraming pwede pag kunan ng pondo bat sa MUP nyo kukunin. Goodluck!
Wew, "bumaba ang tingin ko"…
Inspite of high Inflation rate the government decided to cut down MUP pension when they only enjoy when Former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte increase their salary on 2019 and now Marcos Administration is pulling it back and instead of focusing on how to combat corruption,reform the fund allocated to politicians and give them to DPWH which is the lead agency when it comes to government projects,Politicians job is to make laws not to make roads, focus on uncollected tax and anomalies on government agencies/ mismanagement of Public funds that is the main cause of fiscal collapse in the Philippines.
If this problems were addressed their will be no fiscal collapse in the future.
This is not good and unfair esp to the families of uniformed personnel. More than 12 hours of duty daily with only 1 day off every week. Working even on Christmas day, new year, holy week, birthday. Ulanin at arawin sa kalsada. Nakaka walang gana. Hindi sulit ang manilbihan sa bayan.
It was really sad for us ,family of a military family.
It was really a law moral for our military in uniform..Sana para sa kapanan ng mga men in uniform..
Dapat is naman hindi pagkaitan ng dapat maging pension ng mga men in uniform. Dapat sa bagong recuit na lang yan ipatupad.
Pnp nagpapasok din ng pera sa gobyerno,like clearances. Kaya kainti na pang iabono ng gobyerno. May witholdong tax din automatic deduction. Si jokno lang tamad magrealign ng fund for the pension. Diterte, bato. Next election.
Marcos pinabayaan mu na kami. Bato,duterte nxt election no to romualdez marcos.
It should be effect to the new entrants and not on active military
Dapat ipatupad yong standardization nang salaries of government employees.malaki nga masyado increased dahil,hindi pinagaralan mabuti.maganda talaga,palakasin natin Ang Reservists system ang Philippines, Katolad nang lsrael, civilians mga ito pero they fought ferociously and bravely like regular soldiers.they are patriotic they love their country.Kasi very expensive to maintain a large army, kapag wala war wala naman ginagawa tolog,kain lang sa filipinas dahil hindi sila masyado patriotic dahil tinatakot pa ang tao na magcoup deta sila.Israel do have military school yet they produced tacticians and strategies,good generals like Gen.Ariel Sharon.Israel fought 7 recognized war yet they never lost a war.
law moral AFP, PNP at MUP
Sana kung gagawa kayo ng batas.. tanungin niyo muna lahat ng MUP kung ano masasabi nila likewise ung mga new entrants…
Not sure but like duterte's DND this guy is kaliwt kanan ang interview parang di n na trabaho.. notice a lot of interviews…mileage to next election post.. unlike lorenza sir.. nothing like puro pa pogi.
Bkit di nyo bawasan yun mga pork barel nyo,!
Meron pa naman next election, dun nalang kami babawi
Demoralised po talaga! Haha marami na nagsisisi na c BBM ang binoto kasi Di nakitaan ng malasakit sa MUP.
Bad decision na si gibo naging DOD Sec, wla yang malasakit sa mga MUP
You cannot see the sacrifice of filipino soldier in the field during all out war in lanao we the mup are ready to l ay our lives for rhe purpose the freedom of others. We cannot send our children in college because the tuition is high primary commodity are always price hike how can we sustain our family if this law is appproved ,long time that the mup salary is very low fm president marcos until president noynoy , i hope you enlighten and favor the mup.
Dapat ang SSS Pension ang pataasin para maka sustain sa pangangailangan na sobrang mahal. GSIS at MUP pension ay nasa tama at wag na galawin.
The Reform on MUP pension should not deprive them of their bread and butter after sacrificing for the Country as Patriots they should not be given additional Financial Burden.