The Friends of the Filipino People in Struggle (FFPS) members and organizations launched activities on November 30 in support of the National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP). According to the group, activities took place in the United States, Canada, Netherlands, and Hong Kong.

Through demonstrations, cultural programs, and study sessions, FFPS condemned the fascist Marcos administration and the US imperialist domination, highlighting the ongoing struggle of the Filipino people. They conducted the activities in line with the birthday of Andres Bonifacio and the anniversary of the founding of Kabataang Makabayan.

“These US-backed attacks by the Government of the Republic of the Philippines are futile against a people driven by the profound injustices perpetrated by US foreign domination, feudalism and bureaucrat capitalism, and a longing for justice and liberation,” FFPS chairperson Robert Reid said. He added that the revolutionary resolve of the Filipino people remains firm, and thus, FFPS’ solidarity for their struggle also remains firm.

FFPS condemned the reactionary state for its continuous attacks on NDFP peace consultants. In October, three consultants were arrested, a clear violation of the Joint Agreement on Safety and Immunity Guarantees (JASIG) signed by the Government of the Republic of the Philippines and the NDFP. According to Karapatan, 17 NDFP consultants and staff are currently imprisoned.

“We must view the assault on the NDFP consultants as an assault on the Filipino people … who they so selflessly serve,” Reid further stated. Amid this intensified attack on the NDFP, the actions of FFPS and urging international groups to support their struggle are crucial.