BAGUIO CITY – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) welcomed the issuance of Memorandum Circular No. 83 by the Office of the President, formally adopting the National Action Plan for Unity, Peace, and Development (NAP-UPD) 2025–2028.
As the country’s strategic blueprint to end the Communist Party of the Philippines–New People’s Army–National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF) insurgency and local armed conflict, the DILG stated that the NAP-UPD affirms the government’s commitment to a whole-of-nation approach in addressing the root causes of violence and instability, and in building inclusive and sustainable peace.
approach in addressing the root causes of violence and instability, and in building inclusive and sustainable peace.
The DILG, as a key member of the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC), expressed its full support for the implementation of the Action Plan.
“We are committed to helping lead and coordinate its rollout in partnership with local government units and other stakeholders, and to institutionalize localized peacebuilding initiatives that are responsive to each community’s context,” the DILG added in a statement released recently.
“We likewise urge all LGUs to align with the NAP-UPD’s goals, localize peace and development strategies, and contribute to monitoring, coordination, and feedback mechanisms as provided under the Circular. Let us work together to transform vulnerable communities into resilient, empowered, and conflict-free areas,” the statement added. HENT
With this development, the DILG reiterated its resolve to champion unity, justice, and peace as the government and the people collectively pursue a more secure, just, and hopeful Bagong Pilipinas. By HENT
