The transition to self-rule in the Bangsamoro, the majority-Muslim region in the southern Philippines, is proceeding apace. Militants outside the associated peace process are losing strength but could recover. Regional and national authorities should do all in their power to keep that from happening.
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) on August 24 opened the 5.14-kilometer Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) subsection 5 in the province of Cavite, with former DPWH Secretary Mark Villar cutting the ceremonial ribbon. Subsection 5 traverses the Silang East Interchange to the Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay Interchange. It is expected to…
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“Hopefully, the judiciary will be able to procure vaccines at the soonest possible time considering the crucial role which the courts play in times of crisis. Our judges and court personnel have direct contact with the public on a daily basis and Chief Justice [Diosdado] Peralta would want them fully protected from [COVID-19],” SC spokesperson Brian Keith Hosaka said.
Jose Manuel Diokno argued that intent, for as long as it does not cross the line, should not be criminalized. He adds that the provision punishes the exercise of civil and political rights, which, for as long as it is peaceful, should be protected.