Tag: Human rights
Faith-based group says killing of Manila broadcaster proves ‘culture of impunity’
The killing “shows that the culture of impunity in the country is far from over”
Philippines’ anti-death penalty lobby lacks numbers, says prison ministry official
At present, there are six pending measures in Congress that seek to restore capital punishment in the country
UNFPA calls for renewed attention to address undervaluing of girls
“Son preference and gender-biased sex selection are, first and foremost, an issue of gender inequality and a violation of human rights”
Cambodia’s Supreme Court upholds conviction of Christian pro-democracy activist
The Supreme Court said Theary Seng was a flight risk and a threat to the country’s social fabric
Philippine media groups condemn killing of radio commentator
In a statement, the Presidential Task Force on Media Security strongly condemned the “senseless killing”
Philippines remains among ‘deadliest country’ for environmental defenders
19 environmental activists were killed in the Philippines last year, making it the fourth deadliest country in the world
Photos: Healing
A prayer service was held on Sept. 28, 2022, in Manila for the turnover of the urns of ashes of victims of killings to their families
Church to remain vigilant vs corruption, human rights abuses, says Philippine...
“We will also remain vigilant and critical to all forms of corruption, mishandling of public funds and violations of human rights”
ASEAN, EU parliamentarians urge UN, US to take sides in Myanmar
The group called for increased and coordinated pressure on the military junta in Myanmar
Pope Francis decries bombing of school in Myanmar
“This week I heard the cry of grief at the death of children in a bombed school,” said the pope in his message during Angelus
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