MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Leni Robredo underscored on Thursday, International Human Rights Day, that upholding and protecting human rights goes well beyond mere token recognition as it requires a lot of work and struggle.
In her message for the commemoration of Human Rights Day, Robredo said that even if the COVID-19 pandemic presents chances to restrict some liberties, the country must remain committed to respecting human rights.
“Human rights have always had the character of both declaration and aspiration. Upholding every person’s rights and dignity does not end with token recognition, but requires work and struggle for their full realization,” she said.
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