Killings of Unionists Go Unchecked in the Philippines: Death of Labor Organizer in Rizal Province Latest in String of Abuses Introduction The Philippines has once again witnessed the tragic killing of a labor leader, highlighting an alarming pattern of violence and harassment against unionists in the country. On September 29, […]
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Under Duterte’s Rule: The Impunity Continues for Unionist Killings in the Philippines
Crisis of Impunity: Killings of Unionists Go Unchecked in the Philippines Introduction The recent killing of labor leader Jude Thaddeus Fernandez in Rizal province has once again brought attention to the alarming pattern of violence and harassment faced by unionists in the Philippines. Fernandez’s death, which occurred during a police […]
The Lingering Scourge: Enforced Disappearances Continue to Haunt the Philippines
Enforced Disappearances Still a Scourge in Philippines The Persistence of Impunity The recent acquittal of a former Army general for the 2006 abduction and torture of two brothers in the Philippines has once again underscored the persistence of impunity for enforced disappearances in the country. Raymond Manalo, who had alleged […]
The Lingering Scourge of Enforced Disappearances in the Philippines
Enforced Disappearances Still a Scourge in Philippines Acquittal of Ex-General, Recent Abductions Underscore Impunity for the Crime October 11, 2023 By The recent acquittal of a former Army general for the abduction and torture of two brothers in 2006 sheds light on the persistent problem of enforced disappearances in the […]
Religious Oppression Continues: Arrest of Philippine Drag Artist Raises Concerns
Philippine Drag Artist Arrested for ‘Offending Religion’ Charges Violate Free Expression Rights and Should Be Dropped The arrest of popular drag performer Pura Luka Vega in the Philippines has sparked concerns over freedom of expression and the misuse of religious beliefs to suppress dissenting viewpoints. Vega was charged under article […]
“Australian Prime Minister Urged to Address Human Rights Crisis in the Philippines”
Australian Prime Minister Should Press Philippines to End Killings Introduction On Friday, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia will embark on a visit to the Philippines, marking the first visit by an Australian prime minister to the country in 20 years. While the trip is said to focus on defense, […]
The ICC Affirms Inquiry into Philippines’ Human Rights Violations
ICC Affirms Prosecutor’s Inquiry in the Philippines: President Marcos Should Cooperate with Investigation On July 18, 2023, the appeals chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) confirmed the prosecutor’s resumption of the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity in the Philippines. This marks a significant step towards justice for the […]
Insights into the Philippines’ ICC Affirmation: An Assessment of the Prosecutor’s Inquiry
ICC Affirms Prosecutor’s Inquiry in the Philippines: President Marcos Should Cooperate with Investigation Background The International Criminal Court (ICC) has affirmed the resumption of the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity in the Philippines, according to a statement by human rights organization Human Rights Watch. This ruling is a significant […]
Investigating the Trigger: The Philippines’ Inquiry into the Brutal Killing of a Family
Dispatches: Killing of Family Sparks Inquiry in Philippines Massacre on Negros Island Latest in Series of Abuses Introduction The recent killing of a family on Negros Island in the Philippines has once again highlighted the ongoing cycle of violence, human rights abuses, and impunity in the region. On June 14, […]
Greenpeace Demands Climate Reparations as Typhoon Mawar Menaces the Philippines.
Greenpeace calls for climate reparations as Typhoon Mawar moves towards the Philippines Background Greenpeace Philippines has called on fossil fuel companies to pay reparations for climate impacts as the Philippines’ northern provinces brace for storm-force conditions brought on by Typhoon Mawar. The world’s strongest typhoon so far this year, rapidly […]