De Lima urges gov’t to intensify fight vs online child sex abuse
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima urged authorities to intensify their efforts against rising reports of online sexual abuse against children in the Philippines to finally address the aggravating factors and root causes of child abuse in the country. De Lima, a social justice and human rights champion, likewise reiterated the need to review the […]
De Lima bewails lifting of ban on open-pit mining
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima bewailed the lifting of the four-year ban on open-pit mining in the country, a move that shows total disregard for the environment and the welfare of the people. De Lima, a social justice and human rights champion, urged the government to reinstate the ban on open-pit mining, which could […]
On Rizal Day, De Lima calls on fellow Filipinos to fight tyranny, reclaim our national honor and dignity
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima encouraged Filipinos to exert concerted efforts to protect people’s right to live with freedom and dignity and take inspiration from the sacrifices of Philippine National Hero, Dr. Gat Jose Rizal. As the nation commemorates Rizal Day today (Dec. 30), De Lima said Filipinos should emulate the courage and patriotism […]
De Lima: Resurfacing of wiretapping case vs Hontiveros a desperate PR stunt to malign her
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima expressed solidarity with Sen. Risa Hontiveros as the latter continues to be on the receiving end of attacks and fake charges, just like her, by the Duterte regime. De Lima said the timing of Hontiveros’ indictment for a sham wiretapping case, filed in 2017 by former Justice Secretary and […]
On Niños Inocentes, De Lima appeals for strengthened fight for justice for young EJK victims
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima rallied Filipinos to continue standing up and fighting for the innocent children who were killed in Duterte government’s war on drugs and their families who have yet to receive justice. On the commemoration of Niños Inocentes last Dec. 28, De Lima maintained that the children and their loved ones […]
Surrendering PH sovereignty over WPS to China is Duterte’s legacy – De Lima
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima chided Mr. Duterte for his continued refusal to assert the country’s territorial integrity and sovereign rights over the West Philippine Sea (WPS). De Lima, a social justice and human rights champion, said Duterte’s recent claim that the Philippines cannot win any fight with China, particularly the dispute in the […]
On her 5th Christmas in detention, De Lima wishes for freedom and vindication, country’s recovery from crisis
On her fifth year in unjust detention, Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima continues to wish for justice and vindication from all the trumped-up drug charges filed against her, and to spend time with her loved ones. De Lima also said she hopes for the country’s and her fellow Filipinos’ recovery from the current crisis, […]
Christmas remains a season of love, hope despite challenges – De Lima
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima called on Filipinos to show love and compassion towards each other and thank God for the gift of life despite the challenges and difficulties faced during the Yuletide season. In a message, De Lima, who is spending her fifth Christmas in unjust detention based on trumped-up charges, said Christmas […]
De Lima lauds Pinay doctor for leading vaccination efforts abroad
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima commended Filipino Doctor Danielle Colayco of Komoto Pharmacies for leading the vaccination efforts in one of the most under-vaccinated communities in Kern County, California. De Lima, a social justice and human rights champion, said the efforts of Colayco and the California Farmworker Foundation (CFF) in ensuring that unvaccinated people […]
De Lima urges Congress to honor legislative franchise of CASURECO III
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima urged her Senate colleagues to reject House Bill (HB) No. 4437 seeking to grant franchise to distribute electric power in the City of Iriga and the towns of Baao, Balatan, Bato, Buhi, Bula and Nabua in Camarines Sur to Bicol Light and Power Corporation (Bicol Light). De Lima, who […]