What is the difference between Singapore’s laws and President Duterte’s stance against drugs in the Philippines?

1. Singapore's Drug Laws: Singapore has some of the strictest drug laws in the world. The Misuse of Drugs Act in Singapore criminalizes the consumption, possession, trafficking, import, export, or manufacture of any controlled drug. The penalties for these offenses can range from fines to imprisonment, caning, and even the death penalty for certain offenses. The law also allows for the presumption of trafficking for certain quantities of drugs, and the burden of proof is on the accused to prove otherwise.

2. President Duterte's Stance on Drugs in the Philippines: President Rodrigo Duterte has taken a hardline stance against drugs since his election in 2016. His war on drugs has been characterized by extrajudicial killings and human rights abuses. Duterte has publicly encouraged the killing of drug users and dealers, and thousands have died as a result. His approach has been widely criticized by international human rights organizations.

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