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Philippines deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders, report finds
Original: Philippines is the deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders, report finds https:// news.mongabay.com/short-
A new report has identified the Philippines as the deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders, highlighting the dangers faced by activists protecting land, forests, and natural resources. The findings underscore ongoing concerns about violence, impunity, and intimidation targeting those who speak out against environmentally destructive projects in the country.
Why now: The report's fresh findings on lethal violence against environmental activists are prompting renewed concern over impunity in the Philippines.
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- Philippines is the deadliest country in Asia for environmental defenders, report finds https:// news.mongabay.com/short-articl e/2026/09/philippines-is-the-deadliest-country-in-asia-for-environmental-defenders-report-finds/ # Asia # Philippines # environment # crime · Dragofix@veganism.social · 2
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