Tag: Palawan
The destruction of God’s creation in Palawan
War against the environment, against people and against creation is destroying the habitat and the life of the people
Bishop calls reforestation ‘a big lie’ as 57,000 trees face cutting...
Pabillo criticized the government for allowing thousands of large trees to be cut from what he described as almost primeval forests for mining operations
Catholic bishop warns against displacement of Indigenous community before Christmas in...
Church leaders and residents raise rights concerns after a court order heightens eviction fears for Indigenous island community.
Philippine bishops call for urgent action against land grabs from Indigenous...
Bishops emphasize solidarity with Palawan’s Indigenous families, urging unity to correct historical injustices and restore peace
Indigenous residents vow to defend Marihangin Island as security forces pull...
Residents celebrate guards’ withdrawal from Marihangin Island but warn of security vacuum, renew land reform demands
Philippines biodiversity hotspot pushes back on mining
A biodiversity hotspot, Palawan also holds vast deposits of nickel, needed for everything from stainless steel to electric vehicles
Philippine bishops urge environmental vigilance after Palawan’s 50-year mining moratorium approval
The Palawan Provincial Board unanimously passed the ordinance on February 5, barring all new large- and small-scale mining applications
Palawan bishops urge mining moratorium
“We are calling for a 25-year moratorium or suspension on the approval of any mining applications and mining expansions,” the bishops said
Church in Palawan expresses concern over harassment of Mariahangin Island residents
The Bishop assured that the Church is united with the people in advocating for truth and rights, especially for the underprivileged in society
A 13-year fight for justice in Philippine activist’s murder
Ortega was a passionate defender of Palawan's environment, home to beautiful beaches, stunning coral reefs, and biodiverse forests
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