Solons Divided on CHR's Inclusion in Dangerous Drugs Board
Philippine lawmakers are divided over the proposed inclusion of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) as a member of the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB). The debate arose during budget deliberations, highlighting differing views on balancing human rights with anti-drug efforts.
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