Filipino lawmakers seek investigation into falsified birth certificates for 200+ Chinese nationals in Davao del Sur, raising national security concerns.

Filipino lawmakers call for an investigation into falsified birth certificates issued to over 200 Chinese nationals between 2018-2019 in Davao del Sur. The National Bureau of Investigation discovered a "fake birth certificate mill," raising concerns about national security as the fraudulent documents could facilitate criminal activities. Lawmakers demand stricter oversight and accountability measures in local civil registries to prevent further exploitation of the system.

July 14, 2024
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