PH still deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders for 13th straight year

Rappler - Sep 17, 2026

The latest report from watchdog group Global Witness says violence against defenders in the Philippines in 2025 was linked to the government's counterinsurgency programs and extractive projects

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