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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

Makabayan bloc seeks probe into funding of charter change initiatives

In a resolution Reps. France Castro (ACT Teachers Party-list), Arlene Brosas (Gabriela Women’s Party) and Raoul Manuel (Kabataan Party-list) called for a probe by the House’s committee on public accounts, stressing the public deserves to know the source of funding for the renewed attempt to change the Constitution. .....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

AIADMK releases first list of 16 candidates for Lok Sabha polls

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 20 (ANI): AIADMK on Wednesday released its first list of 16 candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024. The list was released by the party general secretary, Edappadi K Palaniswami. While releasing the list, he said that five constituencies have been allocated to the DMDK; and one each to Puthiya Tamilagam and SDPI. "In the AIADMK alliance, DMDMK is to contest in 5 seats, SDPI.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Party-list rep: Concerted effort to discredit Pulse survey?

Unlike most of her colleagues in the House of Representatives, ACT Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro thinks the Pulse Asia survey results on Charter change are “valid.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

No extension of party-list registration deadline – Comelec

The Commission on Elections is not inclined to extend the deadline for party-list groups to file the required manifestation of intent to participate in the 2025 elections......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Fewer groups seen joining party-list polls

Fewer organizations want to participate in the May 2025 party-list elections, the Commission on Elections reported on Wednesday......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

On Labor Day, KMU slams red-tagging of union leaders in Davao

Heading in to International Labor Day on May 1, the labor center Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) slams the Marcos Jr. administration for failing to stop the harassment and red-tagging of labor union leaders in Davao Region......»»

Category: newsSource:  davaotodayRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

Cebu Daily Newscast: SRP viaduct accident: Hailing app driver, passenger die after motorcycle slams into center island

Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Wednesday April 10, 2024. SRP viaduct accident: Hailing app driver, passenger die after motorcycle slams into center island Two motorists died in a road mishap along the viaduct of the South Road Properties (SRP),.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 10th, 2024

Romualdez slams Quiboloy’s ‘baseless accusations’ over ‘assassination plot’

Romualdez slams Quiboloy’s ‘baseless accusations’ over ‘assassination plot’.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

UN Expert Slams Philippines Red-Tagging

UN Expert Slams Philippines Red-Tagging.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

South Africa slams Israel at ICJ for genocidal acts

“Genocides are never declared in advance but this court has the benefit of the past 13 weeks of evidence that shows, incontrovertibly, a pattern of conduct and related intention that justifies a plausible claim of genocidal acts. The post South Africa slams Israel at ICJ for genocidal acts appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 14th, 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

Agoda Unveils 2024 New Horizons List

Digital travel platform Agoda reveals its first-ever “Philippines’ New Horizons,” a list of destinations that are fast growing in popularity. The list, which compares year-on-year search data, highlights emerging destinations that have seen significant growth in interest from both domestic and international travelers. Bohol tops the list with an impressive 72% increase in searches, followed […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

The exorcism of Ferdinand Marcos Jr.?

‘Opposing’ political camps – including Rodrigo Duterte, who called God stupid – are set to hold prayer rallies to drive away the same evil spirits.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

Authentic System Solutions streamlines processes and workflows

Discover how Authentic System Solutions can help streamline your construction business processes & workflows. Founded in 2013, Authentic System Solution is a Cebu-based Software Company with over 100 active clients nationwide and is compliant with BIR Computerized Accounting System (CAS) requirements.  “Our goal is to help our client’s process and workflows in-place based on the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 3rd, 2024

Castro appeals DOJ dismissal of complaint vs Duterte

ACT Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro has asked the Department of Justice to annul the dismissal of the grave threat complaint she filed against former president Rodrigo Duterte......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 2024

Castro asks DOJ to review grave threat raps vs ex-president Duterte

Rep. France Castro (ACT-Teachers Party-list) asked the Department of Justice (DOJ) to dismiss the fiscal's resolution after the Quezon City prosecutor junked the grave threat charges against former President Rodrigo Duterte......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024

Castro dismayed over dismissal of complaint vs ex-Pres Duterte

House Deputy Minority Leader and ACT Teachers Party-list Representative France Castro is dismayed over the Quezon City Prosecutor's dismissal of her complaint against former President Rodrigo Duterte......»»

Category: newsSource:  davaotodayRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Karapatan condemns dismissal of grave threats case vs Duterte

Rights group Karapatan yesterday condemned the Quezon City prosecutor’s office’s decision to dismiss the grave threats complaint filed by ACT Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro against former president Rodrigo Duterte......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Quezon City court clears Duterte in grave threat case

The Quezon City Prosecutor’s Office has dismissed the first criminal complaint filed against former president Rodrigo Duterte by ACT-Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro, for insufficient evidence......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024