Statement of CHR Spokesperson, Atty Jacqueline Ann de Guia, on soldiers’ deaths in Eastern Samar clash

The Commission on Human Rights denounces the violent attacks against six fallen and 20 injured soldiers during an encounter with rebel groups in Eastern Samar, and extends its deepest sympathy to the bereaved families and friends of the victims. We recognise the essential role that the military performs in all peacebuilding efforts and demand that […]
Statement of CHR spokesperson, Atty. Jacqueline de Guia, on the deployment of more troops in Bicol region, Samar and Negros provinces

The Commission on Human Rights expresses caution on the move of the administration to deploy more security forces in the Bicol region and the provinces of Samar, Negros Oriental, and Negros Occidental. The recent incidence of violence in the area demands thorough investigation and expedient justice for the victims. This is the more immediate clamor […]