Addressing terrorism and preventing the spread of disinformation both uphold human rights. A safe environment enables a dignified life. At the same time, access to accurate information allows people to make informed decisions and participate in different affairs, including governance.
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CHRP Statement at the 59th Session of the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
The CHRP reiterated its recommendations (for the list of issues) and updated the Committee on human rights situation in the Philippines since after the February 2016 submission of the NHRI comments.
Concluding Observations were adopted by the Committee on 7 October 2017.
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