NDFP consultants say AFP reason for talks cancellation

Following another cancellation of the resumption of formal talks between the National Democratic Front of the Philippines and the Government of the Republic of the Philippines, peace consultants said it appears the Armed Forces of the Philippines is against the impending ceasefire.

In a press briefing, NDFP consultants and observers said the formal talks is still the best way to resolve the root causes of the armed conflict and not the militaristic solution the AFP wants the government to implement.