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In 2026, the world is facing increased US-led wars, both in number and intensity. We are witnessing widespread violations of human rights and international humanitarian law, surging costs of oil making life difficult for poor and working class people, and further marginalization of migrants.
The Philippines, which has long faced the impacts of a US military presence dating back to the Philippine-US War in 1899, now must face the dangers of increasing US military aid, bases, and munitions in the context of provocations against China.
Currently, the Filipino people are in danger of becoming collateral damage in a war they do not want, as US tensions increase with China and other foreign governments like Canada, Japan, Australia and New Zealand send troops to the country.
Meanwhile, the human rights situation in the Philippines remains dire, highlighted by the recent massacre of 19 people including 9 civilians in Negros Occidental, which included the killing of two Filipino-Americans visiting the country, including ICHRP member Lyle Prijoles.
Due to this dire situation, it is critical people across the world link together and organize to call for an end to the massive US and foreign military aid that worsens the human rights crisis in the Philippines.
To develop our global coalition and network, dedicated to supporting just and lasting peace in the Philippines, we will be bringing together people from all over the world to join together Sept 25-27 in Toronto, Canada to learn and develop a collective strategy for solidarity.
The conference will be called Kapit Bisig: Linking Arms Across the World Against the US Led War of Suppression on the Filipino People. Registration is open to any individuals who are interested in linking arms with the people of the Philippines in their struggle for sovereignty and rights.
Find more information and registration information at: ichrp.net/KapitBisig
