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Philippine President signs widely opposed anti-terror law

President Rodrigo Duterte 28 May 2020

Manila, Philippines AP The Philippine President on Friday signed a widely opposed anti-terror law which critics fear could be used against human rights defenders and to muzzle dissent. President Rodrigo Duterte signed the Anti-Terrorism Act after weighing the concerns of different groups, demonstrating the government’s commitment to stamping out terrorism, presidential spokesman Harry Roque said. […]