The groups argued that the public consultation held in February 2025 came too late and violated guidelines from the NEDA
PMPI plans to collaborate extensively with communities, partner organizations, and institutions to disseminate the findings widely
“It is totally unacceptable that Altai continues to have mining rights in Sibuyan when it has shown total disrespect to government laws"
“In essence, hard-earned Filipino taxpayers’ money seems to fund social and environmental exploitation,” PMPI said in a statement
Concerns over the Verde Island Passage persist, as the area remains a crucial shipping lane and a hub for fossil fuel developments
“We challenge aspiring leaders to show genuine commitment to protecting both our environment,” said Fr. Edwin Gariguez
The exhibition runs until April 2026. AKP and its partners plan to hold workshops and seminars alongside the display to further empower communities to lead their own climate initiatives
The gathering opened with an Earth-honoring ritual recognizing the sacredness of creation and the venue.
There is a need to embrace “integral ecology,” which ties environmental protection to social justice and the dignity of future generations
“The Verde Island Passage in the Philippines and the Coral Triangle are under siege by massive fossil fuel expansion”