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Five paralegals detained at Taguig rally opposing Pax Silica accord
A human rights group documented the arrest of five paralegals during a demonstration outside a presidential forum in Bonifacio Global City on Thursday. The apprehensions occurred as tensions escalated at the event attended by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.
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MANILA — Five paralegals were taken into custody when confrontations broke out near a forum hosted by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. at Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig City on Thursday, according to Karapatan, a prominent human rights organization.
Karapatan identified those arrested as paralegals who were participating in a demonstration against the Pax Silica initiative. The group did not provide specific details regarding the exact circumstances that led to the apprehensions or the charges the detainees may be facing.
The incident underscores ongoing tensions surrounding the Pax Silica framework, which has drawn criticism from civil society groups and activists. The arrests at the BGC venue marked a notable confrontation between security forces and those voicing opposition to the government initiative.
Karapatan has been monitoring the situation and documenting the incident as part of its advocacy work. The organization's statement came hours after the arrests occurred at the presidential event.
No immediate comment was available from the Philippine National Police or the Presidential Communications Office regarding the arrests or the circumstances surrounding them.