U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines
U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines
February 23, 2026
Demonstration Alert – Trillion Peso March
Location: EDSA Shrine, the People Power Monument, and Eton Centris in Quezon City
Event: “Trillion Peso March” on February 25, 2026
Various church and civil society groups will hold day-long activities on February 25 across three sites in Quezon City. The “Trillion Peso March” coincides with the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution and follows previous large-scale anti-corruption protests held on September 21 and November 30, 2025.
The primary gathering sites are expected to be the EDSA Shrine at the intersection of EDSA and Ortigas Avenue, the People Power Monument on White Plains Avenue, and the Eton Centris complex at the corner of EDSA and Quezon Avenue. U.S. citizens should anticipate significant traffic congestion, public transport disruptions, and a heavy security presence in these areas throughout the day.
Actions to Take:
- U.S. citizens should avoid the rallies. Foreign nationals found engaging in a protest or mass demonstration could be considered in violation of their immigration status.
- Exercise caution when in the vicinity of any large gatherings, as even peaceful rallies/demonstrations have the potential to turn violent without warning. Follow instructions from local authorities.
- Follow local media and government sources for updates on possible disruptions and re-routing schemes as heavy traffic congestion and road closures are expected near protest venues.
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