Through the efforts of our close friends and contacts, who like us, hope to resolve this matter with no loss of life, additional time has been obtained within which discussions can continue.

We are thankful that Mr. Angelo de la Cruz remains alive and, as we understand it, will be treated under existing civilized rules.

We continue to work for the safe release of Mr. de la Cruz and will exert every effort towards this goal.

We would like to thank the world leaders and the many others who have given their words of encouragement and support for our efforts to obtain the freedom of Mr. de la Cruz.

We find inspiration in the strength and fortitude of the family of Mr. de la Cruz.  We have brought Mrs. Arsenia de la Cruz, as well as Angelo’s brother, closer to him. Their courage and faith, as well as those of the rest of Angelo’s family, help to sustain us in our unceasing efforts to reunite them with Angelo.

We find inspiration too in the unity shown by the Filipino people in this moment of great challenge.

We ask for the understanding of the nation and the media on the need for us to proceed with the task at hand away from media spotlight.  We shall endeavor, as best we can and as circumstances permit, to keep the public informed of crucial developments. END.