Manila Bulletin
Robredo backs PH stance condemning Ukraine invasion: “We’ve to stand against bullying”
Vice President Leni Robredo condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine, joining the Philippine government's stance at the UN General Assembly.
She called it a "moral imperative" to oppose "bullying and unprovoked aggression," citing reports of civilians and residential areas being deliberately targeted.
Robredo expressed admiration for the Ukrainian people's courage and resilience in defending their freedom and rights.
She also praised Filipino diplomats for their efforts in evacuating at least 40 Filipinos from Ukraine, out of an estimated 300 before the invasion.
The Philippines had previously voted with 141 UN member-states to reprimand Russia and demand a withdrawal from Ukraine.
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The Philippines announced it will vote yes on a United Nations General Assembly resolution condemning Russia's "unprovoked armed aggression" against Ukraine.
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Malacañang acknowledged that the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine carries economic, trade, and human resource implications for the Philippines and its citizens.
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