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DILG: No basis for inclusion of PHL in US list of places with high risk of kidnapping, hostage taking

(Eagle News)–The Department of the Interior and Local Government is questioning the United States list that included the Philippines among the countries with the highest risk of kidnapping and hostage taking. In a statement, Interior Secretary Eduardo Año said kidnapping cases have been on a decline for years because of the “relentless and proactive” stance of the administration. Based on Philippine National Police (PNP) reported by the DILG, there were only 68 cases of kidnapping […]