THE BUREAU of Immigration (BI) has strengthened anti-terrorist measures in ports across the country, including the country’s main gateway Ninoy Aquino International Airport, through the deployment of experienced officers. In a statement yesterday, Immigration Commissioner Jaime H. Morente said anti-terrorist units composed of “seasoned immigration intelligence agents” have been stationed in ports since last month to “bolster the agency’s capability in thwarting the entry of foreigners involved in terrorism.” Government forces have been engaged in a war against the Islamic-State inspired Maute group in Marawi City. The military has reported that among the dead recovered from the ranks of the militants are suspected foreign terrorists. — Kristine Joy V. Patag

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