Urgent Call for Action to Protect Filipino Citizens from Illegal Occupation

14 June 2024 

To the Honorable Government of the Philippines,

I am writing to you with an urgent and grave concern regarding the safety and well-being of Filipino citizens in a region that has been unlawfully seized by an enemy government. The illegal occupation of this territory poses a significant threat to the lives and security of our people, and immediate action must be taken to protect them.

It is imperative that the Philippine government stands firm against this blatant violation of our sovereignty and takes all necessary steps to safeguard the rights and safety of our citizens in the affected region. The presence of an occupying force not only undermines our territorial integrity but also endangers the lives of innocent Filipino men, women, and children who are caught in the crossfire of this unlawful occupation.

In the strongest terms possible, I urge the government to mobilize all available resources and work in collaboration with international partners to address this critical situation. The safety and security of our citizens must be prioritized above all else, and every effort should be made to ensure that they are protected from harm and provided with the necessary support and assistance.

Furthermore, it is essential that the Philippines assert its rights under international law and demand the immediate withdrawal of the illegal occupying forces from our territory. Any violation of our sovereignty must be met with a strong and unified response to send a clear message that such actions will not be tolerated.

The world is watching, and the Filipino people are counting on their government to act swiftly and decisively to defend their rights and protect their lives. Failure to take action in the face of this threat would be a betrayal of the trust placed in our leadership and a grave disservice to the citizens whose safety is at stake.

I implore the government to take this matter with the utmost seriousness and to demonstrate unwavering resolve in protecting the Filipino people from harm. The time to act is now, and history will judge us by the actions we take in defense of our nation and its citizens.

Sincerely,

Cliff Potts 
Initiative Founder and Lead Coordinator, Indo-Pacific Security Enhancement Project
CliffPotts.Org
1-319-450-6704
cpotts@cliffpotts.org

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