In UN speech, Duterte accuses critics of ‘weaponizing’ human rightsMANILA, Philippines — In his maiden speech before the United Nations General Assembly, President Rodrigo Duterte defended his internationally-condemned campaign against illegal drugs and accused critics of weaponizing the issue of human rights.The chief executive said in a pre-recorded speech that the government will continue to protect the human rights of Filipinos, especially from the scourge of illegal drugs, criminality and terrorism.But the Duterte administration, elected on a campaign promise of a ruthless anti-narcotics ...
