Philippines

The Philippines is a country located in Southeast Asia. It is an archipelago made up of more than 7,000 islands, with a population of over 109 million people. The official language of the Philippines is Filipino, and the country has a diverse culture that reflects its history as a crossroads of various cultures and influences.

The Philippines has a mixed economy, with a strong focus on agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The country is known for its natural beauty, including beaches, mountains, and forests, and it is a major tourist destination.

The Philippines has a rich history and has been influenced by a variety of cultures and civilizations over the centuries. It has a diverse political landscape and is a democratic republic, with a president as the head of state. The country is a member of the United Nations and other international organizations.

 

 

CHR assures monitoring, assessment of cases involving child trafficking, abuse, exploitation
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CHR assures monitoring, assessment of cases involving child trafficking, abuse, exploitation

Commission on Human Rights (CHR) The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) has assured its continuous monitoring and assessment of the findings by United Nations Special Rapporteur (UNSR) Mama Fatima Singhateh on child trafficking, forced marriage and labor, and sexual exploitation of children in the Philippines. Also, the CHR said it “will continue to work with…

CHR bats for centers, training to help victims of child sexual abuse and exploitation
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CHR bats for centers, training to help victims of child sexual abuse and exploitation

Philstar.com December 22, 2022 | 1:43am MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights on Thursday highlighted the need for separate centers for children who are victims of child sexual abuse and exploitation. The commission also called attention to the lack of special training of prosecutors in handling child sexual abuse cases. To recall, Mama Fatima Singhateh — the…

PH still hotspot for child trafficking, sexual exploitation — UN rapporteur – Manila Bulletin
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PH still hotspot for child trafficking, sexual exploitation — UN rapporteur – Manila Bulletin

The Philippines remains as a hotspot of child trafficking for sexual exploitation although the government has already made progress in crafting policies and framework to protect its victims, a United Nations (UN) special rapporteur said. Based on her preliminary investigation on the issues of sale and exploitation of children in the Philippines, UN expert Mama…

BI: Strict inspection for travelers from countries with human trafficking cases
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BI: Strict inspection for travelers from countries with human trafficking cases

INQUIRER file photo / ALEXIS CORPUZ MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Monday said that some travelers face stricter immigration procedures, specifically those coming from countries with reported cases of trafficking Filipino workers. “Meron po tayong certain locations na tinitignan dahil po sa recent issues, ang tinitignan po kasi ng immigration is…

DSWD Spearheads IRR Signing Of Anti-Child Marriage Law – Journal Online
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DSWD Spearheads IRR Signing Of Anti-Child Marriage Law – Journal Online

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) led the signing of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Republic Act (RA) 11596, otherwise known as “An Act Prohibiting the Practice of Child Marriage and Imposing Penalties for Violations Thereof” on Wednesday, December 7. Signed into law on December 10, 2021, RA 11596 promotes…

Jiang Zemin, 1926-2022
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Jiang Zemin, 1926-2022

With his portly build, high-waisted pants, and square-rimmed glasses, the late Jiang Zemin effected a grandfatherly bearing. Behind his trademark spectacles, however, was a calculating politician — one who would safeguard the Chinese Communist Party’s control of China and change the course of history. The signature achievement of Jiang, who died last week in Shanghai…

Remulla urges more countries to join dialogues against human trafficking – Manila Bulletin
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Remulla urges more countries to join dialogues against human trafficking – Manila Bulletin

Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Jesus Crispin C. Remulla has urged more countries to participate in the joint efforts of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) of holding dialogues to discuss the fight against human trafficking. During the 8th Manila International Dialogue on Human Trafficking held last Dec. 13, Remulla thanked the governments of…

US Imposes Sanctions Over Rights Abuses, Targets China and Russia
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US Imposes Sanctions Over Rights Abuses, Targets China and Russia

The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on dozens of people and entities over alleged rights abuses, including Russia’s Central Election Commission, Iranian officials and Chinese nationals. The U.S. Treasury Department said it imposed sanctions on Li Zhenyu and Zhuo Xinrong, both Chinese nationals, and 10 entities linked to the two, including Nasdaq-listed Pingtan Marine…

Mom in Cebu City accused of exploiting 4-year-old daughter
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Mom in Cebu City accused of exploiting 4-year-old daughter

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation in Central Visayas (NBI-7) is still waiting for the issuance of a warrant for the arrest a mother from Cebu City, who is accused of abusing her 4-year-old daughter. NBI-7, in its report, stated that the mother would take a video of her nude child that…

Philippines has made great strides in its fight against the sexual exploitation of children but there is still much to be done
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Philippines has made great strides in its fight against the sexual exploitation of children but there is still much to be done

THE Philippines has made great strides in its fight against the sexual exploitation of children but there is still much to be done, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the sale and sexual exploitation of children Mama Fatima Singhateh said yesterday. Singhateh made the statement in a press interaction in Makati City at the end of…