US concerned over attacks vs journalists in the Philippines
US concerned over attacks vs journalists in the Philippines
By Sofia Tomacruz
Rappler.com
MANILA, Philippines – The United States on Monday, October 17, expressed concern over recent attacks against journalists in the Philippines, denouncing efforts to harass and intimidate reporters in the country.
In a roundtable discussion, US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson described as “shocking” the killing of radio broadcaster Percival Mabasa, popularly known as Percy Lapid, whose death prompted renewed calls to ensure the safety of journalists in the country.
“It was shocking, and we extend deepest condolences to Percy Lapid and his family and to anyone who is subject of violence in that regard, but especially when it’s a journalist, whose job it is to often reveal truths that are not convenient,” Carlson said.
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