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Philippine foreign agent law sparks free speech fears amid Pogo arrests

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The Philippines has enacted a new law aimed at curbing the influence of foreign agents, sparking concerns about potential restrictions on free speech. Officials believe the law is necessary to prevent foreign entities from interfering in domestic politics, particularly in the upcoming 2028 presidential elections. Recent arrests of 76 foreigners, primarily Chinese nationals, at a facility linked to Philippine offshore gaming operators (Pogos) in Quezon City have heightened these concerns, as authorities suspect such operations may be used for espionage and other illicit activities. AI

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Philippine foreign agent law sparks free speech fears amid Pogo arrests

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Alan Robles,Raissa Robles ·

    Philippine law targeting foreign agents spurs fears of free speech curbs

    Philippine officials want a new anti-foreign interference law ahead of the 2028 presidential election, as a raid on a suspected online scam centre near the country’s military headquarters and reports of Chinese-linked money transfers to a company tied to Vice-President Sara Duter…

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