Nationwide protests coinciding with Bonifacio Day on November 30 concluded without major incident, with authorities confirming that the large-scale demonstrations in Metro Manila and other regions were “very peaceful.”
Tens of thousands of demonstrators, organized under the banner of the “Trillion-Peso March,” gathered in key venues, including the People Power Monument in Quezon City, Rizal (Luneta) Park, and Mendiola in Manila.
The rallies primarily called for transparency and accountability concerning a multi-billion-dollar corruption scandal involving anomalous flood-control projects.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) and Malacañang officials praised the overall conduct of the participants.
Press Secretary Dave Gomez, speaking on behalf of the Palace, monitored the situation and expressed hope that the protests would remain peaceful throughout the evening.
“We are monitoring the situation right now… [we hope] that the protests will continue to be peaceful,” Gomez stated, while acknowledging the public’s constitutional right to peaceful assembly.
To ensure public safety and order, the PNP deployed more than 15,000 personnel across critical areas, particularly in the National Capital Region.
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) confirmed that a policy of “maximum tolerance” was strictly observed by law enforcement throughout the day.
The November 30 rallies marked the latest in a series of anti-corruption mobilizations held this year, as various sectors, including labor groups, youth organizations, and civil society, continue to demand action on the alleged misuse of public funds.
Despite the massive turnout, officials said the event was orderly, preventing clashes seen during earlier demonstrations.
