A delegation from the Supreme Court of the Philippines, in collaboration with select members of the Ad Hoc Committee for the Formulation of Special Rules of Procedure in Counter-Terrorism Cases, visited Melbourne from 20-24 June 2023, as part of a broader project to improve rule-of-law-based criminal justice responses to violent extremism.
The 18-member delegation, led by Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo and Senior Associate Justice Marvic MVF Leonen, sought to understand the workings of the Australian criminal justice system and learn from its approaches and methodologies.
The delegation was welcomed with a special reception on June 21, 2023 hosted by the Philippine Consulate General in Melbourne, attended by members of the Filipino Australian Lawyers Association (FALAW), an organization that promotes unity in diversity in law. legal profession, and the promotion of Filipino-Australian interests.
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During the event, the delegation was briefed on the local Filipino community and recent cultural initiatives such as the Harmonized 1-2-5 Philippine Independence Celebrations. The Chief Justice took the opportunity to stress to the Filipino-Australian legal community the importance of unity within the Filipino diaspora, emphasizing the role the community plays in influencing beneficial policies in their host countries .
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By facilitating initiatives like this, the Consulate General is committed to improving the country’s criminal justice system to ensure the safety and well-being of the Filipino community around the world.
