300K Expected at Anti-Corruption March in Manila

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A large-scale protest, the "Trillion Peso March Movement," is expected to draw 300,000 participants this Sunday, November 30, in Manila, signaling widespread public dissatisfaction with corruption. Philippine National Police (PNP) Spokesperson PBGen. Randulf Tuaño announced on Thursday, November 27, that the PNP will be on full alert starting Friday, November 28, in preparation for the event. The march will take place along White Plains Temple Drive from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Currently, the "Trillion Peso March Movement" is the sole group with an official permit, though more groups are anticipated to submit requests for demonstrations. Tuaño outlined that 23 locations in Metro Manila, including the EDSA Shrine, People Power Monument, Quirino Grandstand, and designated freedom parks, will be closely monitored by the PNP. As of a press briefing on November 26, a total of 15,097 police officers will be deployed for the event.

This force includes 8,805 officers from the National Capital Region Police Office, with 6,292 from the Special Action Force and additional regional offices. Specifically, 973 officers will be stationed at the People Power Monument and 893 at the EDSA Shrine. To ensure safety, police presence will also cover strategic locations such as Malacañang, Mendiola, Ayala Bridge, and other key intersections.

Political analyst Francis "Kiko" Dee noted in an ANC interview that the upcoming protest might surpass previous demonstrations, like those on September 21, due to heightened public anger. Dee emphasized that the current momentum could be pivotal, potentially extending into the 2028 elections to bring new political figures into the spotlight and address systemic corruption.

Looking ahead, the PNP's preparations and the public's response will be crucial factors in the event's logistical success and its impact on future political discourse. Organizers and authorities will continue to coordinate closely to manage the protest's scale and potential aftermath.

Key Takeaways

• 300,000 expected to join the protest against corruption.
• PNP on full alert, deploying 15,097 officers.
• Potentially larger than past protests, indicating growing public dissent.

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Balita 2025-11-28