Asian Journal: US lawmakers raise concerns, urge Duterte administration to repeal anti-terror legislation
Washington,
July 17, 2020
“Simply put, President Duterte’s new powers under the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 are a threat to democracy and human rights in the Philippines because, despite the title, this legislation is not about terrorism,” Chu remarked. “It’s about silencing dissent. The true targets of this law are advocates for human rights, the environment, workers and indigenous communities.” |
