“Members of communist terrorist groups (CTGs) have continuously spread false notions, recruit members, and destroy the image of the government, with the aim to topple down the current government, and claims that a country must not have leaders and laws. It is unjustifiable to believe in these narrow-minded people,” it stated.
“Are your means that involve violence and harassment, right? Are you that desperate to get attention? Pity you. Just a reminder, you don’t have the power to control the people. You look stupid with what you do. You don’t have the right to abuse innocent children. If your purpose is to expand their knowledge, isn’t it better to consult the majority before you teach them your ways? Or are you just forcing them because you knew that nobody is on your side? If you think of it, who would like to adhere to your beliefs?” it added.
In the country, New People’s Army (NPA) is one of the recognized CTGs.
From 2010 to 2020, the NPA has committed 1,506 atrocities, and 141 incidents that involved the use of banned anti-personnel mines against government troops and civilians were recorded, according to Center for Law of Armed Conflict of the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
“You may be deceived by the false notions spread by the NPA. But think again. To the youth, you are the future of the country. The desire for a free and progressive country is in your hands. Your free consciousness serves as a vessel for good morals, which will make you a good example to others. It is in your hands that the country will be reformed and developed. Let us help the country by setting aside our personal interests. Let us strive for the best and what’s right. For the country, fight against violence and armed struggle. It is high time to unite with the government. You are the future of the nation who will fight against their false and bent doctrines,” the press release ends.
The United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the Philippines listed the CPP-NPA as a terrorist organization.
