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“The people of Kauswagan are already suffering from the existing GNPower Kauswagan coal-fired power plant, which affects their livelihood from fishing, their health, and causes pollution in the area.”
They urged the Special Rapporteur to initiate an urgent inquiry to what they described as the “systemic abuse of counterterrorism measures in the Philippines.”
“This is not only a matter of domestic concern, but a test of the Philippines’ commitments under ASEAN and international human rights conventions.”
Khan reiterated that the essence of freedom of speech and expression is dissent and criticism, and duty-bearers should express tolerance to remarks from the media and peoples’ organizations regardless of whether they will like it or not.
Gabriela Women’s Partylist National Vice Chairperson Sarah Elago said that the cancellation of Duterte Youth Partylist’s registration should pave the way for Commission on Elections (Comelec) to remove other “fake and bogus partylists,” including those backed by political dynasties and big businesses.
The UPR Watch said that Khan’s report reflects the wanton violations of human rights in the country under the Ferdinand Marcos Jr. administration.
“While interim release mechanisms serve important human rights purposes, they must not supersede ensuring accountability of individuals accused of very serious crimes against humanity.”
“This is a breakthrough for millions of platform workers worldwide who have waited too long for international protections."
Though Habagat’s seasonal pattern is predictable, its impact on municipal fishers remains overlooked.
At least 10 seabed quarrying projects are approved for utilization of marine sediment in Manila Bay, which Pamalakaya said, will be used for various reclamation projects in Manila Bay.
Computer Professionals’ Union, an organization of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) professionals and advocates, in a statement expressed alarm on the use of AI-generated content propagating false information for political gains and interest.
“to bring to the attention of the international community the continuing fight for justice
of families of victims of extrajudicial killings and the ‘war on drugs.’”
The slow judicial system was made worse by the appalling jail conditions in Quezon province.
According to ACT, with the 165,000 shortage in classrooms, schools are forced to implement double–or triple–shift classes.
Frenchie Mae Cumpio’s case has been listed as one of the 10 most urgent press freedom cases in the world.
The missing Tati for 18 years now is what Yumi was saying in every phase of her life, “I am missing Tati.” However, her story was a testimony of how our youth today must deal with ---process difficulties, positively explore life with family and friends, making the best of yourself so you could be that someone who will be ready to help other people effectively.
While a 31% increase in Metro Manila’s minimum wage may seem bold by today’s standards, it’s far from unprecedented. The study cites the last legislated wage hike in 1989, which was even higher at 40 percent, and notes that the economy absorbed it without causing a crisis. This emphasizes the study’s broader point: a fair wage hike helps restore workers’ rightful share in national growth.
Housing offered by the 4PH Program remains financially inaccessible for poor families even with Pag-IBIG Fund’s amortization plan.
“Age and health, while relevant, cannot outweigh the rights of victims to see the process of justice carried to its end. The facilities of the ICC, the conditions of which are vastly superior to those in Philippine prisons, can guarantee the humane treatment of Duterte while he is detained."
“The people, not just in Metro Manila but in provinces all over the country, must hold protest actions to also urge the Senate to convene on June 21 so that this huge amount of public funds, which could have been used for free medicine, education, food, and other social services to the people, went.”
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