Filipina-Swiss activist deported, blacklisted
Filipina-Swiss activist deported, blacklisted
By Nica Hernaez
Human rights groups denounced the illegal detention and deportation of Filipino-Swiss activist Edna Becher by Philippine immigration authorities on December 7.
On Dec. 7, Thursday evening, Becher arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 to celebrate the holidays with friends and relatives in the Philippines. However, she was detained by the immigration officer due to a blacklist status for alleged involvement in anti-government activities.
“The blacklisting and deportation of Becher is arbitrary, baseless and a vile act of political persecution,” Karapatan said in a statement.
“Becher, an activist from Anakbayan-Europe and also of Swiss nationality, has done nothing wrong and illegal against anyone, whether in her country of residence and much more in the country of her family roots. These acts also violate Becher’s freedom of association and freedom of movement.” the group added.
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