The National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) called for a “sharper and collective commitment” to sustain peace gains and address remaining shortcomings.

NTF-ELCAC made the call during the closing ceremonies of its three-day First Semester CY 2026 Accomplishment Reporting and Strategic Planning Workshop held over the weekend.

National Security Adviser (NSA) and NTF-ELCAC vice chair Eduardo S.L. Oban Jr., whose closing message was delivered by National Security Council Deputy Director General Benjamin Madrigal, commended the government’s collective gains in expanding its reach, weakening armed groups’ influence, and bringing development to vulnerable communities.

“This campaign rests on shared responsibility across all sectors — no single office can carry this burden alone,” the NSA emphasized.

Oban called for more synchronized engagements and strict accountability down to regional levels.

NTF-ELCAC executive director Undersecretary Ernesto C. Torres Jr., on the other hand, highlighted that reports and plans are not mere documents, but living guides and promises to the Filipino people.

“The CTG thrives on division and disinformation. Our strength lies in unity, convergence, and resilience of our people,” Undersecretary Torres declared, urging stakeholders to move beyond paperwork and translate strategies into decisive action against the group’s divisive tactics.