Philippines: Lumads Of Surigao del Sur Give Deadline To NCIP To Stop Logging Operations

Philippines: Lumads Of Surigao del Sur Give Deadline To NCIP To Stop Logging Operations   Non-action by government agencies on continuous illegal logging has recently prompted the Mamanwas and Manobos of Surigao del Sur to stage a two-day protest rally at the national highway of Sibahay, Lanuza on September 29-30, and another “mass mob” on October 1 in front of the gates of the local NCIP. Together with more than 100 members and support groups from church, civil society and media, the...

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