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'UN rapporteur to see freedom of expression in Phl'

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January 22, 2024

UN Special Rapporteur Irene Khan would see for herself a “flourishing” Philippine democracy and the government’s progressive agenda, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

- PIA LEE-BRAGO

“The government is confident that through meaningful dialogues and meetings with government, media, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders, Ms. Khan will see for herself the transparency and progressive agenda of the government with respect to the promotion and protection of freedom of speech and expression,” the DFA said in a statement over the weekend.

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