The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Friday welcomed the Philippine National Police’s (PNP) assertion that it’s going to implement most tolerance for protesters for the upcoming State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.
“As an important national event, SONA serves as an opportunity for many groups and individuals to express their views, stances, and grievances on important national issues… It is important for the State to facilitate and provide a space for the exercise of peaceful assembly as this will also demonstrate responsive governance that sincerely listens and engages with diverse groups toward social good,” mentioned the CHR.
“We are hopeful that the PNP’s statement of assurance will translate to efforts by State forces to protect and facilitate the right to peaceful protest in the same manner that they will endeavor to ensure peace and order,” it added.
The CHR additionally vowed to observe the protests on Monday to make sure no untoward incidents happen.
Meanwhile, the CHR reminded protesters to comply with the necessities for holding their occasions on Monday, together with securing permits and conducting a peaceable meeting.
The PNP on Thursday introduced that they’ll exert most tolerance for protesters who will probably be taking part in any rallies through the SONA. Progressive group Bayan mentioned that SONA protests will probably be larger this 12 months with hundreds of protesters and 50 organizations anticipated to affix. —VAL, GMA Integrated News
Source: www.gmanetwork.com
