A total gun ban has been implemented in Cebu amid the 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and related meetings, where the Philippines is the host.

Recently, six individuals were arrested due to a violation. According to the records of the Police Regional Office, five of them were arrested from Police Response Operations, while one was arrested during a buy-bust operation. 

Restrictions under the total gun ban

In the previous report, under the enforcement of a total ban, the following restrictions were imposed:

• Permit to carry firearms outside of residence
• Permit to transport firearms for gun club members
• Permit for gun manufacturers, dealers, and repair services
• Permit to transport and purchase explosives and explosive ingredients
  

A total gun ban will remain effective until May 11, 2026.

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With reports from Jaycel Valera