Incident Details

Members of the Iglesia Ni Cristo religious group plan to protest in Manila from November 16-18 to call for greater transparency and accountability following alleged corruption in flood control projects. Reports indicate ~30,000 people will be in attendance, and are expected to assemble at Rizal Park though start times remain unannounced. A heightened security presence is to be expected as 9,800 police officers will be deployed alongside multiple road closures.

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to exercise caution near the protest route, plan alternative routes. Adhere to all official directives and leave the vicinity if any unrest breaks out.