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DFA: Mary Jane Veloso's turnover an 'achievement' for PH, Indonesia
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) stated that Mary Jane Veloso's return to the Philippines signifies a diplomatic success and highlights the strong relationship between the Philippines and Indonesia.
DFA Undersecretary for Migration Eduardo Jose de Vega expressed gratitude to the Indonesian government and affirmed the Philippines' commitment to the agreed-upon "practical arrangement" concerning Veloso's case.
De Vega emphasized that the Philippines upholds the rule of law and values the kindness shown by Indonesia, referring to them as true friends.
Veloso herself extended her thanks to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., and all who aided in her transfer.
Mary Jane Veloso faced the death penalty in Indonesia since 2010 before her transfer.
Upon her arrival in the Philippines, Veloso will be transferred to the Correctional Institution for Women in Mandaluyong City.
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Filipina Mary Jane Veloso is returning to the Philippines on December 18 after being detained in Indonesia for 14 years for drug trafficking, following a prison transfer agreement between the two countries.
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Mary Jane Veloso returned to the Philippines on December 18, 2024, after nearly 15 years of detention in Indonesia for drug trafficking, maintaining her innocence.
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Mary Jane Veloso, who was previously sentenced to death for drug trafficking in Indonesia, has returned to the Philippines after 14 years and was reunited with her family at the Correctional Institution for Women (CIW) in Mandaluyong City.
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Opposition lawmakers and Mary Jane Veloso's family have appealed to President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos, Jr. for clemency for the Filipina convicted of drug charges in Indonesia.
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the prospect of executive clemency for Mary Jane Veloso is still at a very preliminary stage and will be determined by legal experts.
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