00:00From the Philippine News Agency, the New People's Army's reputation will be completely ruined
00:05because of their leader, Mirna Solarte, alias Maria Malaya.
00:10According to AFP chief, General Romeo Browner Jr.,
00:13it will be difficult for the NPA to deal with their other accomplices
00:18now that Maria Malaya has been killed.
00:21Maria Malaya was killed by soldiers in an encounter in Barangay Pianinga, Butuan City last Wednesday.
00:29Browner also praised the bravery and dedication of the soldiers and the support of the civilians
00:35that led to a successful operation against Maria Malaya.
00:40In spite of this, Browner insisted that the military will continue the fight
00:45for the security of the country.
