PH bares ongoing talks for joint human rights program with UN

In a statement on Friday, the Philippine Mission to the United Nations in Geneva said consultations “have been going on for months” on a framework that will allow the UN “to support national efforts to uphold the human rights-based approach in governance.”

The government expects discussions to reach a conclusion by year-end, Ambassador Evan Garcia, Permanent Representative to the UN told High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet in a briefing. The Philippine National Police and other agencies also sent proposals for the multi-year joint program.

Trade Secretary Ramon Lopez said they are now coordinating with the EU Commission, the main institution implementing the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus program that grants zero tariffs on the country's exports to Europe. Lopez believes there’s no reason for the privilege to be withdrawn, saying officials are “able to explain objectively” the Philippines’ side on several issues.

Bachelet said her office is seeking details from the Philippine government “so we can advise and assess” the scope, process, and efficacy of the panel reviewing these cases.

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