The Senate moved on a resolution expressing a firm position to protect Filipino citizens from being prosecuted abroad without proper legal safeguards.
On Wednesday, Sen. Bong Go co-sponsored Senate Resolution 307, a measure declaring the Senate’s stance against what lawmakers described as extraordinary rendition.
The resolution seeks to ensure that Filipinos are not subjected to prosecution in foreign jurisdictions without due process and legal protection. It calls on the government to defend nationals facing legal proceedings overseas that may bypass established safeguards.
Bong Go said the measure reflects a core constitutional principle. “It is a reaffirmation that every Filipino stands equal before the law.”
Lawmakers backing the resolution said the state has a duty to protect its citizens wherever they are. They stressed that international cooperation in criminal matters must respect legal standards and the constitutional rights of Filipinos.
The measure outlines the Senate’s position that any action involving the transfer or prosecution of Filipino citizens abroad must observe proper legal channels. Supporters said the resolution serves as guidance for government agencies handling cases where Filipinos face charges outside the country.
Senate Resolution 307 does not create a new law. It expresses the sense of the Senate on how the government should respond when Filipino nationals are involved in foreign legal proceedings.
