Philippines human rights

Rodrigo Duterte is set to appear before the International Criminal Court for the first time today, following his extradition to The Hague earlier this week.

The former leader's transfer to The Hague has the chance to usher in a new era of accountability for the region.

The International Criminal Court accuses the ex-leader of orchestrating crimes of humanity as part of his violent "war on drugs" campaign.

Despite improvements under President Marcos, the country remains a difficult – and sometimes dangerous – place to be a journalist.

Human rights groups have accused the Philippine authorities of using money laundering and terrorist financing laws to clamp down on legitimate dissent.

The Philippine president is relying on international law in the South China Sea. He should also pursue accountability for victims of his predecessor's bloody drug war.

This week, former President Rodrigo Duterte told the international tribunal to "hurry up" with its investigation into his bloody "war on drugs."

Rodrigo Duterte said that he had "no apologies, no excuses" for the campaign of violence, which involved thousands of extrajudicial killings.

The U.N. special rapporteur noted some improvements under the Marcos administration, but “not sufficient to turn the page decisively on the past.”

Former Senator Leila De Lima has walked free on bail after nearly seven years in prison on charges that her supporters say were politically motivated.

According to a new report by the watchdog Global Witness, the country remains the most dangerous place in Asia to be an environmental activist.

President Marcos Jr. has shown little inclination to tackle persistent rights problems in the Philippines or pursue justice for past crimes.