The military ceremony was attended by various personalities, including the Secretary of State Adjunct for Internal Administration, Paulo Simões Ribeiro, the 2nd Commander-General of the GNR, Lieutenant General Paulo Jorge Alves Silvério, and the Territorial Commander of Santarém, Colonel João Paulo Gonçalves dos Santos.
The occasion served to recognize the daily work of GNR members, highlighting their dedication, professionalism, and spirit of mission in contributing to public safety. Proximity to communities, prevention, and protection of people were pointed out as fundamental pillars for a safer and more trusting society.
The Mayor of Cartaxo Municipality, João Ferreira Heitor, expressed the municipality's satisfaction and pride in hosting the commemorations, emphasizing the institutional cooperation with the GNR and the essential role of this security force in the municipality. "Congratulations to the Santarém Territorial Command!", he stated.
