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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......»»
Dutch investment to boost Bulacan airport development
Dutch investment to boost Bulacan airport development.....»»
Int’l rights groups condemn detention, deportation of Dutch-Filipino activist
According to Migrante-Netherlands, Marikit Saturay was not allowed to talk to her lawyers and her relatives. A uniformed agent was also assigned to guard her during the entire detention period. The post Int’l rights groups condemn detention, deportation of Dutch-Filipino activist appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Chino and Sydney Tancontian lead PH s sambo team s Dutch Open 3-gold haul
Chino and Sydney Tancontian lead PH s sambo team s Dutch Open 3-gold haul.....»»
Ex-Dutch PM, wife die by euthanasia
Ex-Dutch PM, wife die by euthanasia.....»»
Colon cancer on the rise in younger adults
The Daily Guardian – Colorectal cancer, the third most common cancer in the United States among men and women, is becoming increasingly prevalent in younger.....»»
WATCH: Janella Salvador shares message to younger self
Actress-singer Janella Salvador believes her younger self would be scared but proud if she knew one day she would be staging a 10th anniversary concert......»»
Ex-military who allegedly wants to take possession of their house slain by younger brother
Ex-military who allegedly wants to take possession of their house slain by younger brother.....»»
Italy court clears man who tried to strangle sleeping wife
ROME—A court in Italy has acquitted a man who tried to strangle his wife while asleep, ruling that he was suffering from a sleep disorder, media reported on Thursday. His wife had to bite him to wake him and stop the attack, which happened in January 2021, the court in Brescia, in Italy’s northern Lombardy.....»»
Tell it to SunStar: Mother’s request for live interview with sexually abused 4-year-old child was no valid excuse
Tell it to SunStar: Mother’s request for live interview with sexually abused 4-year-old child was no valid excuse.....»»
Wenceslao: No official request yet for Charter Day bonus
Wenceslao: No official request yet for Charter Day bonus.....»»
Gerald may ‘request’ kay Julia bago maging calendar girl, ano kaya ito?
TILA nagkaroon pala ng kasunduan ang celebrity couple na sina Julia Barretto at Gerald Anderson bago maging calendar girl ng isang liquor brand ang aktres. Ang chika ni Julia, nagkaroon lang ng isang request ang kanyang boyfriend. Ang bilin daw ni Gerald, dapat maging “graceful” pa rin siya kapag ginawa na ang pictorial ng pagiging.....»»
Council to appeal March 1 as special non-working holiday in Davao City
The Davao City Council is seeking to appeal to the national government to declare March 1 as a non-working holiday in honor of Araw ng Davao, the city's founding anniversary. Councilor Al Ryan Alejandre emphasized the importance of this appeal for the people of Davao, expressing hope that the president will grant their request. This initiative comes as a response to a new bill that designates March 1 as the new founding anniversary, shifting the traditional celebration date from March 16. Despite the bill and law designating March 1 as a working holiday, the council aims to annually request Malacañang to recognize it as a non-working holiday. The appeal is intended to ensure that Dabawenyos can actively participate in the festivities. Additionally, the executive committee of Araw ng Davao is in the final stages of organizing events and activities for the celebration. Discussions have been ongoing, with plans anticipated to be finalized soon. This move reflects the council's commitment to honoring and celebrating the city's heritage and traditions......»»
Years of underinvestment to cap Philippine recovery – ING
Dutch financial giant ING has warned that underinvestment over the past years could prolong the scarring impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Philippine economy......»»
GenSan court judge suspended for sitting on rape case
The Supreme Court has ordered the suspension of a trial court judge in General Santos City for sitting on a rape complaint for over 10 years before resolving the case......»»
13 years and 3 warrants: Gerry Ortega murder moves to new court
The Supreme Court moves the trial to Quezon City due to 'limited resources' to secure suspect and former Palawan governor Joel Reyes in court. Reyes is still at large......»»
Dwight Ramos says 12-man Gilas pool good for long-term chemistry
Gilas Pilipinas gunner Dwight Ramos welcomed the plan to keep a 12-man core for the next four years, saying it would build the team’s chemistry for years to come......»»
Trade gap expected to widen further
The Philippines’ trade deficit is expected to widen further this year amid weaker exports and stronger imports, according to Dutch financial giant ING......»»
MB roster a mix of ‘hawks and doves’ – ING
Dutch financial giant ING said the policy-making body of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is divided when it comes to the country’s monetary stance with the completion of the seven-member roster......»»
Marcos Jr. rejects traffic circular raising parking fines to P4K
A proposal to increase illegal parking fines in Metro Manila to P4,000 from P1,000 has been thumbed down by President Marcos......»»