Ronald Marapon Dela Rosa
Ronald 'Bato' Marapon Dela Rosa, born on January 21, 1962, is a Filipino politician, retired police officer, and incumbent Senator of the Philippines since 2019. He previously served as the Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP) from 2016 to 2018 and was the first Director General of the Bureau of Corrections under the Duterte administration. Dela Rosa led the implementation of the controversial war on drugs and became one of the most recognizable figures of the Duterte administration before entering politics. A Mindanaoan lawmaker, he is seeking reelection to the Senate in the 2025 elections.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Public Safety, Philippine National Police Academy (1986)
- Master in Public Administration, University of Southeastern Philippines (1998)
- Ph.D. in Development Administration, University of Southeastern Philippines (2006)
Career Highlights
- Senator of the Philippines (2019-present)
- Director General, Bureau of Corrections (2018)
- Chief of the Philippine National Police (2016-2018)
- Director of the PNP Logistics Directorate
- Police Chief of Davao City during Mayor Rodrigo Duterte's term
Key Platforms
Anti-Criminality and Peace and Order
Continuation of strong anti-crime measures and support for law enforcement agencies to maintain peace and order across the country.
Police and Military Welfare
Enhancement of benefits, equipment, and support for police and military personnel to improve their capacity to serve and protect.
Anti-Illegal Drugs Campaign
Strengthening of the campaign against illegal drugs through tougher legislation, including the death penalty for large-scale drug traffickers.
National Security
Implementation of policies to address insurgency, terrorism, and external threats to national security.
Mandatory ROTC
Restoration of mandatory Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program for college students to instill discipline and patriotism.
Track Record
Death Penalty for Drug Trafficking Bill
Principal author of a bill seeking to reimpose the death penalty for persons involved in the importation and manufacturing of dangerous drugs.
ROTC Act
Filed legislation to make ROTC mandatory for college students to promote discipline and national service.
Anti-Drug Abuse Council Act
Authored a bill to institutionalize Anti-Drug Abuse Councils at all levels of government to strengthen the anti-drug campaign.
End Local Communist Armed Conflict (ELCAC) Act
Pushed for the institutionalization of the government's anti-insurgency program through legislation.
Positions on Key Issues
| Issue | Position |
|---|---|
| Economy | Supports economic policies that promote peace and order as a foundation for development. |
| Education | Advocates for values-based education and mandatory ROTC in colleges. |
| Healthcare | Supports drug abuse prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation programs. |
| Environment | Limited public statements on environmental issues. |
| Labor | Advocates for security of tenure for government employees and police welfare. |
| Agriculture | Limited public statements on agricultural policies. |
| Governance | Promotes strong leadership and disciplined governance. |
| Foreign Policy | Supports independent foreign policy focusing on Philippine sovereignty and security. |
| Charter Change | Has expressed openness to constitutional amendments. |
| Lgbtq Rights | Limited public statements on LGBTQ+ issues. |
| Drug War | Strong advocate for continuing the war on drugs while acknowledging the need to minimize casualties. |
| Icc | Opposes ICC intervention in Philippine domestic affairs, particularly regarding the drug war investigation. |
Sources & Citations
- Senate of the Philippines official records and biography
- PDP-Laban official statements
- Legislative records of bills filed and co-authored
- Press releases and media interviews
- Campaign statements for 2025 reelection bid
This profile is regularly updated with verified information from reliable sources. Last updated: April 24, 2025