DILG assures human rights protection in drug war

Interior and Local Government Secretary Eduardo Año affirmed on Thursday that the Philippine government is implementing significant measures to protect human rights amidst its anti-illegal drug campaign.

Año acknowledged the concerns raised by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights regarding alleged violations.

He stated that the DILG is committed to respecting and safeguarding the individual rights of Filipinos.

The government is enhancing inter-agency collaborations to tackle the multifaceted drug problem.

Año emphasized that law enforcement operations are conducted responsibly to curb the supply of illegal drugs.

He assured that human rights violations will not be tolerated, citing the prosecution of Kian Delos Santos's killers and the dismissal of abusive police officers as proof.

Checks and balances are being effectively implemented through coordination with the Philippine National Police (PNP).

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