De Lima alarmed over growing number of unhealthy Pinoy kids
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has expressed concern over the ballooning number of unhealthy Filipino children in the country which health authorities have attributed to failing food systems and improper diet. De Lima, who chairs the Senate Committee on Social Justice, Welfare and Rural Development, made the remark as the United Nations Children’s Fund […]
De Lima commends Filipino gymnast Yulo, boxer Petecio
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has filed a Senate resolution commending gymnast Carlos Edriel Yulo and boxer Nesthy Petecio for bringing pride and glory to the country with their respective gold medals in different world sports events. In filing Senate Resolution (SR) No. 167, De Lima said the achievements of Filipino athletes, […]
Preserving my dignity is my foremost goal – De Lima
Amid her confinement in the isolated quarters in Camp Crame, Quezon City for more than two years now, Senator Leila M. de Lima has vowed to preserve her dignity as a Filipino and a duly-elected legislator by continuing to fight for her principles. De Lima, the first prominent political prisoner under the Duterte administration, made […]
De Lima urges gov’t to reaffirm PH commitment to international cooperation
Amid the worsening human rights crisis in the Philippines, Senator Leila M. de Lima today urged the government to reaffirm the country’s commitment to international cooperation, notably in upholding human rights and securing a better future not only for the Filipinos but also for other people from across the world. In her message during the […]
De Lima denounces arrest of Davao-based reporter
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima has denounced the recent arbitrary arrest and temporary detention of a Davao-based radio reporter who was purportedly harassed by the police for interviewing protesters. De Lima, a known human rights defender here and abroad, said the highly irregular arrest of Radyo ni Juan reporter Glenn Jester Hitgano should not […]