What's happened
The Philippines continues to appeal for clemency for Mary Jane Veloso, a woman on death row in Indonesia for drug trafficking.
Why it matters
The ongoing appeal for clemency for Mary Jane Veloso highlights the diplomatic and humanitarian efforts of the Philippines to save the life of one of its citizens facing a severe penalty in a foreign country.
What the papers say
The South China Morning Post emphasizes the family's emotional appeal and the hope for clemency, while Gulf News focuses on the mother's plea and the small protest held near the presidential palace in Manila.
How we got here
The Philippines has been making repeated appeals for clemency for Mary Jane Veloso, who was arrested in Indonesia in 2010 for drug trafficking and sentenced to death. The recent appeal coincided with Indonesian President Joko Widodo's visit to Manila.
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