The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) supports the proposed legislation strengthening the Philippines’ extradition framework, but emphasizes that extradition must remain firmly anchored in human rights, due process, the rule of law, and the protection of fundamental rights. The CHR recommends strengthening the Declaration of Policy to expressly recognize these principles; establishing clear and objective standards for refusing extradition where there are risks of persecution, discrimination, torture, or other serious human rights violations, consistent with the principle of non-refoulement; defining objective standards for assurances that the death penalty will not be imposed or carried out; and requiring the mandatory presence and assistance of counsel when an extraditee executes an affidavit waiving extradition proceedings. Overall, the CHR stresses that efficient international cooperation in combating transnational crime must be balanced with the State’s obligation to protect the dignity, liberty, security, and human rights of persons subject to extradition.