Police Arrest Anti-Pax Silica Protesters as ASEAN Summit Opens in Manila

Protesters condemn US policies as ASEAN summit begins in Manila

Southeast Asian leaders arriving in the Philippines for the ASEAN summit have been met with protests.

Police arrest anti-Pax Silica protesters as ASEAN Summit opens in Manila

At least 11 protesters were arrested by police within the freedom park, according to Manila Police District Spokesperson Philip Ines

9 arrested as police disperse ASEAN Summit protesters

Nine individuals were reportedly arrested as police stopped protesters from marching to the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Complex in Pasay City, where the 49th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits are being held.

Amnesty Philippines calls for the immediate and unconditional release of ASEAN Summit peaceful protesters - Amnesty Philippines

Media Quote Amnesty responding to reports of massive detention of ASEAN Summit protesters marching towards PICC, Section Director, Ritz Lee Santos, III said: “The Philippine National Police is unravelling before our very eyes. Reports show that they are actively committing widespread violations against the right to protest and freedom of assembly, provoking protesters and indiscriminately […]