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VP Sara ready to face ICC charges only before a Filipino court

Vice President Sara Duterte expressed her readiness to confront any allegations against her but insisted that she would only do so in front of a Filipino judge and within the jurisdiction of a Filipino court. In a statement on her Facebook page, she emphasized her refusal to participate in any process that could tarnish the reputation and integrity of the Philippine judiciary system. Duterte adamantly opposed the involvement of foreign entities in the country's legal affairs, citing it as a dishonor to the sacrifices made by Filipino heroes for the nation's freedom. Duterte, who previously served as vice mayor and mayor of Davao City, vehemently denied any involvement in the Davao Death Squad during her terms in office. She expressed dismay over the sudden appearance of a witness against her in the International Criminal Court (ICC) after assuming the vice presidency. Duterte dismissed the accusations and questioned the motives behind the allegations, asserting her capability to accomplish tasks without resorting to unlawful means. In a related development, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. voiced his refusal to acknowledge the ICC's jurisdiction in the Philippines, considering it a threat to the country's sovereignty. He issued a directive for all government agencies to refrain from cooperating with the ICC, emphasizing the nation's non-recognition of the court's authority. Former senator Antonio Trillanes IV claimed that ICC investigators had gathered substantial evidence against former President Rodrigo Duterte regarding his administration's war on drugs. He anticipated an imminent issuance of an arrest warrant against the former president. Former President Rodrigo Duterte condemned the ICC's decision to initiate a preliminary investigation into the war on drugs, labeling it an insult to the Philippines and challenging the court's jurisdiction within the country. During his presidency, he initiated the withdrawal of the Philippines' membership from the Rome Statute, the treaty that established the ICC. The ICC appeals chamber recently granted a request to resume the investigation into alleged crimes against humanity related to the Philippines' controversial drug campaign, spanning from November 2011 to March 2019. The developments surrounding the ICC's probe into the Philippines' internal affairs have sparked a contentious debate, with key political figures and rights groups expressing divergent views on the matter. The ongoing tensions between the Philippines and the ICC underscore the complex intersection of international law, national sovereignty, and human rights issues......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Sara reveals she will run in next polls

Summary: Sara Duterte, the Vice President and Education Secretary, announced her intention to run in the next election during a visit to flood victims in Barangay Bago Gallera. In a Facebook Live video, she mentioned that her brothers, Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte and First District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte, may not run in the next election, prompting her decision to campaign. However, she did not specify the position she would be running for. The upcoming election will be the 2025 midterm senatorial elections for senators, congressmen, and local officials, with the presidential national elections scheduled for 2028. Duterte also emphasized the importance of barangay development councils in times of calamity and stressed the need for disaster resilience and awareness among barangay officials and children. Additionally, she highlighted the significance of safety and security, urging trust in security personnel and caution against scammers and swindlers. Duterte also emphasized the importance of education for the younger generation and the equal opportunities it provides. This announcement comes amidst her visits to various areas in the Philippines, where she has been extending aid and addressing pertinent issues such as disaster resilience and community safety......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Kongkraphan edges Chen, wins ICTSI Luisita Ladies International by 3

In a tense battle amid stifling conditions, PK Kongkraphan continued her dominance on foreign soil by capturing the ICTSI Luisita Ladies International 2024 championship despite a 74......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

NFA fails to meet palay procurement target in February

The National Food Authority continues to struggle in beefing up its rice buffer stock as its buying price remains uncompetitive against private traders, worsened by lesser harvest in February......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Choco Mucho flies high with 7th win

Choco Mucho faced some tense moments in the third set but displayed toughness in the stretch, scoring a 25-15, 25-16, 25-21 victory over Capital1 and wresting back the lead in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Sta. Rosa Sports Complex in Laguna yesterday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Netherlands: 3 hostages freed in ongoing crisis in Dutch town

In Ede, Netherlands, a tense standoff at a nightclub ended peacefully as Dutch police detained a man who had held four people hostage. The suspect,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Constantino claims classic win on fiery last-day charge

Harmie Constantino fought back from five strokes down with a brilliant frontside 33 then held sway to finish with a 69 and win the ICTSI Palos Verdes Championship by three as her rivals faltered one after the other in a tense battle of skill and character here yesterday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Philippines may import onions amid armyworm infestation

The Philippines might have to import up to 60,000 metric tons of onions as 45 percent of plantations are affected by harabas or armyworm infestations that worsened due to El Niño, according to the Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food Inc. ......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Negros Occidental farms drying up, initial losses placed at P55 million

The situation has worsened to the extent that a mayor turned to tribal elders and asked them to perform rituals to plead with 'nature spirits' to bring rain.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

Traffic index: 25 mins, 30 secs to travel 10 kms in Metro Manila

Traffic further worsened in Metro Manila in 2023, resulting in an estimated 117 hours – almost five days – lost in traffic congestion last year by every Filipino who had to deal with rush hour every working day......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Duterte calls Philippine president a drug addict as rift deepens - Philippines

Ferdinand Marcos Jr hits back with fentanyl insult amid breakdown in relations between political families The former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte accused his successor, Ferdinand Marcos Jr, of being a drug addict who risked being ousted from office in an expletive-laden tirade that underlined the breakdown in relations between the two powerful political families. Dutertes speech on Sunday, in which he claimed Marc.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

DOLE eyes better relations with private sector to increase quality jobs

DOLE eyes better relations with private sector to increase quality jobs.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 14th, 2024

Most Read Apr 26, 2018 – 01:29 PM

Most Read as of Apr 26, 2018 – 01:29 PM SC to announce 2017 bar exam results at 1:15 p.m. on Thursday 25.5% of 6,750 pass Bar Exam 2017 University of St. La Salle alum tops Bar Exam 2017 Sotto bares initial list of Senate bets NPC will endorse in 2019 Sunshine Dizon explains why.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

Latest Stories as of Apr 26, 2018 – 01:42 PM

Latest Stories as of Apr 26, 2018 – 01:42 PM FULL LIST: 2017 Bar examination passers Marvel Studios’ ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ nabs P141.6-M on opening day in the PH Moira Dela Torre speaks up about relationship and reunion with dad Tight security at ports as exodus out of Boracay begins US Embassy hosts drug treatment.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

PRSP bares new thrust for 2024

The Public Relations Society of the Philippines, the country’s premier organization for public relations professionals, proudly announces its thrust for this year – “PR for All.”.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Women’s Day: Bea Alonzo, Nadine Lustre endorse phones ‘with built-in photographer, glam team’

Oppo Philippines’ empowered women executives such as Public Relations Manager Danica Gigante and Joanarc Sales, Head of Public Relations and Consumer Relationship Management, shared the company’s milestones over the years......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Rama ‘vague’ on relations with vice mayor

Rama ‘vague’ on relations with vice mayor.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 1st, 2024

PSE has until 2025 to spend money it raised in 2018

The PSE disclosed that its board of directors voted to approve an extension of the timeline for its disbursement of the P2.8 billion in net proceeds that it raised through a 2018 stock rights offering......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

MullenLowe MARC wins top honor for PR Programs at 59th Anvil Awards

MullenLowe MARC, the public relations unit of MullenLowe TREYNA, took home 12 Anvils at the 59th Anvil Awards organized by the Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP)......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

Mapúa MCM celebrates standard of quality education with certification of ISO 21001:2018

Mapúa MCM celebrates standard of quality education with certification of ISO 21001:2018.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 4th, 2024