Karapatan human rights workers are still confirming several details on the killings and arrests yesterday, December 27, in Negros Oriental, perpetrated by the 302nd Infantry Brigade,94th Infantry Battalion and the Philippine National Police. Initial reports from several sources state that at least six persons were killed, including Jesus “Dondon” Isugan, son of peasant organizers Delia…
Still no executive order on ‘endo’ – Palace Philippine Star Palace: Duterte may sign ‘Endo’ EO on or before Labor Day Manila Bulletin Malacañang: Duterte EO on ‘endo’ to ‘side with labor forces’ Rappler Full coverage
13th March, 2018 H.E. Rodrigo Duterte President of the Republic Malacañang Palace, JP Laurel St., San Miguel Manila Philippines Voice: (+632) 564 1451 Via Email: op@president.gov.ph Dear Mr President, Re: Cancel the Justice Department Petition to proscribe the CPP and NPA The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union (AMWU) is writing this letter to express…
Human Rights group Karapatan urges the Department of Justice (DOJ) to recommend the veto of the Anti-Terrorism Bill which it is set to review before the president decides on the bill.
By Mong Palatino/Global Voices Civil society groups are urging Malaysia’s new government to uphold its election campaign pledge of enacting reforms in governance which include the abolition of laws that undermine free speech. On May 9, 2018, the Pakatan Harapan (PH) party defeated Barisan Nasional (BN) which has dominated Malaysian politics over the past 60 years. BN’s…
DAVAO CITY, Philippines — The Collection District XII (CD XII) has recorded the highest annual collection in 2017 with P2.8 billion exceeding its target. In a statement, the Bureau of Customs said CD XII, which includes the Port of Davao and the Sub-Ports of Dadiangas, Parang and Mati, collected a total of P2,833,360,494 surplus or…