Palace says it is addressing US’ concerns about reported extrajudicial killings of drug suspectsMalacañang assured Tuesday that the government is addressing the concerns of the United States regarding reports of extrajudicial killings of drug suspects in the Philippines. ”We are concerned by reports regarding extrajudicial killings of individuals suspected to have been involved in drug crimes in the Philippines. The United States believes in the rule of law, due process, and respect for universal human rights, and that these principles promote long-term security,” the US official said. Gen. Ronald dela Rosa was attending the ongoing Senate inquiry into the extrajudicial killings is clear proof that the government is addressing the issue. The Philippines has at least 3.7 million drug users, according to the police chief.

Source: Manila Bulletin August 23, 2016 09:33 UTC