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The extradition treaty between the Philippines and Kingdom A expired after twenty years. During the negotiations for a new extradition treaty…

2026 Bar Exam · Political & Public International Law · Question 19 · Essay

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The extradition treaty between the Philippines and Kingdom A expired after twenty years. During the negotiations for a new extradition treaty, Kingdom A requested for the extradition of its citizen who was hiding in the Philippines, in order that he may attend a legislative inquiry on large-scale online scamming allegedly involving such citizen. The online financial crimes are punishable by a heavy fine under the laws of Kingdom A. Should the extradition request be granted? Explain.

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