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Members of civil society coalitions, youth, and anti-corruption groups hold a protest at the EDSA People Power Monument in Quezon City on September 21, 2025, to condemn systemic corruption in the country. The groups demand accountability from the government for the alleged widespread corruption and call for mass-oriented solutions to the crises plaguing the nation. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

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PNP remains on full alert ahead of Nov. 30 rally

Michael Delizo

ABS-CBN News

MANILA — The Philippine National Police (PNP) on Wednesday said it remains on full alert status ahead of the November 30 mobilization protests over the government corruption scandal.In a media briefing at Camp Crame, PNP Public Information Chief Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño said police personnel will remain in Type C general office attire as build-up rallies continue leading to the expected massive gathering on November 30.He added that at least 167 personnel remain deployed in Mendiola as part of ongoing preparations.“Basta malinaw sa ngayon, sa initial na binigay ng guidance ng ating Chief PNP, tayo ay magpapatuloy na magpa-implement ng maximum tolerance at zero tolerance to violence,” Tuaño said.(What’s clear for now, based on the initial guidance from our Chief PNP, is that we will continue implementing maximum tolerance and zero tolerance for violence.)<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/10/6/group-vows-louder-anti-corruption-protests-on-nov-30-1709">Group vows &#x27;louder&#x27; anti-corruption protests on Nov. 30</a></div>The PNP urged protest participants to follow police instructions, respect fellow demonstrators, and help maintain a safe and orderly environment during the mobilization.Motorists and nearby communities were also advised to anticipate heavier traffic and plan alternative routes.PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. earlier placed the entire police force on full alert status beginning November 14 in connection with the recent Iglesia ni Cristo rally in Manila and a pro-Duterte gathering in Quezon City.The PNP said both events were peaceful and well-organized, with no untoward incidents recorded.“We learned a lot from the recent rally, and we are applying those lessons. Our personnel are ready and alert,” Nartatez said in a statement.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/11/1/marcos-jr-worried-over-agitators-during-november-30-protests-2330">Marcos Jr. worried over ‘agitators’ during November 30 protests</a></div>He added, “We are ready for the Trillion Peso March. Our approach is clear — maximum tolerance for those peacefully exercising their rights, and zero tolerance for any form of violence or unlawful activity. We urge all participants to follow instructions from our personnel, respect fellow participants, and help us maintain a safe and orderly environment.”

The Philippine National Police stays on full alert as preparations intensify for the November 30 mobilization against government corruption, with officers directed to enforce maximum tolerance and maintain public safety.

The Philippine National Police stays on full alert as preparations intensify for the November 30 mobilization against government corruption, with officers directed to enforce maximum tolerance and maintain public safety.