MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights on Tuesday threw its support behind a Senate bill seeking to boost protections against online sexual abuse and the exploitation of children. 2209 or the proposed Special Protections against Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (Anti-OSAEC) Law, was approved last Thursday on second reading, bringing it a step closer to enactment. The first optional protocol increases the protection of children from involvement in armed conflict while the second guarantees protection against the sale of children, child prostitution and child pornography. Our call is for everyone to press on and not shrink from our duties in providing protection for children against exploitation," De Guia said. 2209 on second reading moves the country closer to fulfilling part of its obligation in protection children, particularly to the 2nd Optional Protocol."

Source: Philippine Star May 25, 2021 09:22 UTC