De Lima cries foul over red-tagging of Robredo supporters
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima bewailed the recent red-tagging rampage against the supporters of presidential aspirant and Vice President Leni Robredo following the huge turnout of crowds in the latter’s election rallies. De Lima, who is seeking reelection under the Robredo-Pangilinan ticket, said elections “are dirty enough for candidates to still venture out into […]
De Lima on Recto Bank exploration deal with China: How can PH honor it without knowing if it’s constitutional?
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima chided President Duterte for acting as China’s spokesperson anew by asking the Filipinos to honor the supposed Recto Bank (Reed Bank) exploration agreement deal with China to avoid conflict. De Lima maintained that the only way for the Philippines to move forward with any exploration deal with China is “if they […]
De Lima welcomes SC ruling on Oplan Baklas
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima welcomed the ruling by the Supreme Court (SC) issuing a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) on the implementation of the Commission on Elections’ (COMELEC) widely-criticized “Oplan Baklas.” De Lima, a former election lawyer, thanked the High Court for helping protect the right of citizens to express their electoral preferences through material […]
De Lima expresses support for EO protecting refugees, stateless persons
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima welcomed the issuance of Executive Order (EO) No. 163 relative to access to protection services for refugees, stateless persons, and asylum seekers. De Lima, a social justice and human rights champion, said the signing of the EO is signifies to the world that the Philippines is a safe haven for refugees who […]
De Lima hails signing into law of bill raising age of sexual consent from 12 to 16
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima expressed elation over the recent signing into law of a measure raising the age of sexual consent from 12 to 16. De Lima, co-author of the said bill in the Senate, said the signing of Republic Act (RA) No. 116481 on March 4 is a move that ensures the […]
Amid surge of global oil prices, De Lima urges Duterte to temporarily suspend import duties of petroleum products
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima urged Mr. Duterte to temporarily suspend the import duties of petroleum products to protect the general welfare of Filipino consumers amid the extraordinary surge in global oil prices. De Lima filed Proposed Senate Resolution (SR) No. 997 stressing that the government must not remain unperturbed by the continuous increase […]
De Lima grateful for Partido Lakas ng Masa endorsement
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima is grateful to be part of the final list of senatorial aspirants endorsed by the Partido Lakas ng Masa (PLM), which is fielding Leody De Guzman and Walden Bello as its standard bearer for the May 9 National Elections. De Lima thanked PLM for their support and faith in her. “Maraming salamat sa Partido Lakas ng Masa sa patuloy […]
De Lima lauds women for tirelessly fighting for equality, democracy amid attacks
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima lauded women across the world who continue to fight for human rights, equality and democracy despite attacks, harassment and persecution by misogynistic and abusive individuals. In a video message for the International Women’s Day today (March 8), De Lima conveyed her solidarity in promoting women empowerment. “Saludo po tayo […]
<strong>De Lima backs petitions vs COMELEC’s permit system and OPLAN Baklas</strong>
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima backed the petition filed by supporters of presidential aspirant and Vice President Leni Robredo that seeks to prevent the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) from enforcing a resolution requiring permits for campaign activities. De Lima, a former election lawyer, said the COMELEC cannot curtail people’s rights to campaign for their […]
Filipino electorate holds power to bring back good, clean governance – De Lima
Re-electionist Senator Leila M. de Lima stressed that the upcoming national elections is the chance for Filipinos to choose real leaders who will ensure civil and political security through good governance, protection of human rights, and upholding rule of law. De Lima, a social justice and human rights champion, lamented how the allegations of premeditated […]