Manila, June 11 -- Delivering justice on time remains among the most essential services the government can provide to Filipinos, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said as he led the oath-taking of newly elected prosecutors of the National Prosecution Service (NPS) in Malacanang on Wednesday.

In a social media post, Marcos said the administration continues to strengthen the country's prosecution system and expand access to justice in communities nationwide.

The President acknowledged the challenges many Filipinos face in seeking legal remedies.

"For too many Filipinos, justice can feel distant, slow and out of reach," Marcos said.

He said the government is working to address these concerns by bolstering the NPS and deploying more pros...