Answer the following questions.

1. Think of two concerns on national security (one internal threat and one external threat) that the Philippines face in the present day, and should be prioritized by the government. Refer to the list of threats on national security presented in this chapter, and provide specific instances or examples that really occurred in our country.

2. National security is not only about defending the territory. Based on the eight national security interests, which do you think should the government give more attention to amidst the current situation of the country?

3. As a citizen of this country and a member of the youth sector, discuss how you can help in addressing the concerns on national security that you mentioned in question number 1.

4. "Red-tagging" is the act of accusing people or groups, which are critical of the government, as being members of terrorist or communist groups, although not (yet) proven to be true.

1. Does this action threaten human security? Explain your answer. You may also cite examples or instances reported in the news.

2. How can this issue be a concern of national security?