The Union of Peoples' Lawyers in Mindanao appeals to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to support the Philippines' return to the Rome Statute
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In a statement released Wednesday, October 30, the lawyers’ group also appealed to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to support the Philippines’ return to the Rome Statute. According to UPLM Chairman Antonio Azarcon, this would reaffirm the country’s commitment to upholding human rights and ensure accountability mechanisms for its present and future leaders.
Arvin Dexter Lopoz, UPLM spokesperson, said the group viewed Duterte’s “evasive and combative” demeanor as contradicting the principles of transparency and respect expected toward democratic institutions. They said Duterte’s unchecked behavior not only threatens the Senate’s reputation as an independent body but also perpetuates a culture of impunity, sending the wrong message to the public that accountability is optional for those in power.
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