MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights yesterday expressed optimism that the “super body” formed by President Marcos will further enhance human rights protection in the country.
It also recognized concerns raised by various sectors about the new body, adding that it will remain fully independent and will continue with its role as intermediary between the government and civil society. “Through this coordinating body, we aim to see increased prosecution of cases related to the war on drugs and enforced disappearances, as well as the adoption of a comprehensive human rights-based approach in various government responses, particularly in counter-terrorism efforts, addressing red-tagging and safeguarding freedom of expression,” he added.
In a statement, the Congress of Teachers/Educators for Nationalism and Democracy called the Special Committee on Human Rights Coordination a “farce and a pro-dictator human rights body.” The group said that if Marcos was sincere in promoting and protecting human rights, he should instead enact sweeping reforms in the government, whose agents have been accused of committing human rights violations themselves.Get ready for the biggest price slash off TCL aircon this summer
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