Philippines Remains Asia's Deadliest Country for Environmental Defenders for 13th Straight Year
The Philippines recorded 12 killings of land and environmental defenders in 2025, making it Asia's deadliest country for the 13th consecutive year, according to a watchdog report. Violence is linked to government counterinsurgency programs and extractive projects.
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