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View all search resultsThe group called on the police to refrain from hastily labeling public criticism of the law on social media as “hoaxes” and charging anyone who expresses their opposition with criminal acts.
Clashes between protesters and the police continued for a third day on Friday, as cities throughout the country saw public outrage at the passage of the Job Creation Law and observers raised concerns about the treatment of detainees.
Amid the uproar that has resulted from the passing of the controversial Job Creation Law by the House of Representatives, a lawmaker has claimed the legislature is still working on the final draft of the controversial law, sparking concerns among experts who have described the law as “legally defective”.
Activists have accused the police of using excessive force against protesters and journalists during Thursday's protests against the omnibus Job Creation Law, with hundreds of reported cases of alleged assault and of missing people.
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