“It is outrageous for the DOJ to come out with a decision that essentially legitimizes the continued attacks against environmental defenders"
Montallana said the public officials “must be held accountable” for the cutting of trees and the destruction of the mountain
The City Council also expressed its “opposition/objection to any future mineral mining in the City of Sagay.
Bonifacio urged Khan to “scrutinize the policies that are contributing to the systemic silencing of environmental defenders”.
“By stripping away land cover and disrupting natural drainage patterns, these activities exacerbate flooding and landslide risks"
“If you are unable to perform your job, perhaps it is time for you to resign?” said the Philippine Misereor Partnership Incorporated
Siya ang Mabuting Pastol at hinding-hindi niya tayo pababayaan kahit ano pa man ang nangyari. Kung tayo’y maliligaw, tayo ay kanyang hahanapin
“Recent tragedies and environmental disruptions linked to mining and quarrying underscore the need for a thorough investigation”
“We hope that an alternative minerals management bill would be legislated to rationalize mining and the use of minerals in the country”
Bishop Alminaza echoed Pope Francis’s stance highlighting the intrinsic link between the dignity of work and worker safety