Tag: consular affairs
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Venezuela Releases Political Prisoners in What Officials Call a Goodwill Gesture
Momentum in Venezuela: A Step Toward Political Prisoner Releases The Venezuelan government has started releasing detainees that international human rights organizations have long called political prisoners. Officials described the move as a goodwill gesture intended to ease mounting pressure, address humanitarian concerns, and open a path toward dialogue with opponents and international partners. Analysts say…
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Philippines Secures Exit Clearances for Rescued Filipinos
Background: Filipinos rescued from scam farms In recent weeks, a number of Filipino workers have been rescued from scam farms operating in parts of Myanmar and neighboring Thailand. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is overseeing efforts to ensure the safety and swift repatriation of these individuals, who were often exploited under deceitful labor arrangements…