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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......»»
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......»»
Ex-VP Robredo open to running in 2025 elections — spokesperson
Former Vice President Leni Robredo remains open to running for a position in the 2025 elections alongside other candidates in the opposition slate, according to her spokesperson......»»
Opposition bares some Senate bets for 2025 elections
Liberal Party spokesperson Leila de Lima says that the party will try to convince former vice president Leni Robredo to join the opposition's senatorial ticket.....»»
CHED Commissioner Darilag suspended
Suspended CHED official Aldrin Darilag was designated to the position by former President Rodrigo Duterte in 2019......»»
Cebu City Council OKs release of unpaid salaries for 4 employees
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu City Council recently approved the release of the remaining unpaid salaries of four City Hall employees a month after they reported their plight to the local press. The Cebu City Council approved today, May 15, the release of the remaining six months’ worth of salaries for four employees, who.....»»
Youth, labor groups demand release of 6 activists arrested on Labor Day
“Peaceful and justified,” these are the words of Azrael de Guzman, one of the six arrested youth activists during the May 1 protest, in an open letter to the public, calling for their immediate release. The post Youth, labor groups demand release of 6 activists arrested on Labor Day appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Women journos call for release of detained broadcaster Frenchie Mae Cumpio
On International Women’s Day, journalists have called for the release of detained community journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio. The post Women journos call for release of detained broadcaster Frenchie Mae Cumpio appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
House expedites release of P35M aid for Davao disaster victims
The House of Representatives, in collaboration with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., is expediting the release of P35 million in financial aid and 17,500 food packs to assist the seven congressional districts affected by recent flooding and landslides in the Davao Region. Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez emphasized the urgency of their efforts, aiming to provide substantial assistance to the nearly 45,000 affected families and over 187,000 individuals in the region. Coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development is underway to swiftly release PHP5 million to each district through the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations program. The financial aid will support various relief efforts, including infrastructure reconstruction and medical assistance. Tingog Party-list representatives also expressed their commitment to ensuring the assistance reaches those most in need......»»
Lascañas, ex-cop, claims Sara Duterte ‘invented’ Tokhang
MANILA, Philippines — A confessed Davao Death Squad (DDS) gunman claimed that “Oplan Tokhang,” the brutal “knock and plead” anti-drug operation carried out by former President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration was a brainchild of then Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte. The confessed DDS gunman also claimed that the brother of then Mayor Sara Duterte, then Vice.....»»
Premium Leisure suspended after successful tender offer
The PSE suspended Premium Leisure Corp. for a minimum public ownership violation after a successful tender offer by Belle Corp. took 6,172,192,242 shares of PLC off the market and reduced PLC’s public float to just 0.45%......»»
Abra barangay execs suspended for death penalty ordinance on garbage dumping
Barangay Calaba, Bangued chairman Renato Brasuela and five barangay councilors or kagawad, including the barangay Sangguniang Kabataan chairperson were suspended for three months for crafting a barangay ordinance in February that sought to mete out “death” as a third offense penalty for illegally dumping garbage......»»
MMDA: NCAP remains suspended
The no-contact apprehension policy or NCAP remains suspended, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said yesterday......»»
Lotto, digit games suspended over Holy Week – PCSO
Lotto and other digit games will be suspended from Maundy Thursday to Easter Sunday, March 28 to 31, in observance of Lent, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office announced yesterday......»»
DA chief orders transfer of suspended NFA supervisors’ authority
The transfer of authority of suspended warehouse supervisors of the National Food Authority has been ordered by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. yesterday as NFA facilities remain closed amid the suspension order of the Office of the Ombudsman......»»
Suspended UE coach blasts UAAP decision
UE head coach Jerry Yee has been suspended by the UAAP for the remainder of the Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament, the league announced Sunday......»»
Over 100,000 firms suspended
Over 100,000 corporations have been suspended by the Securities and Exchange Commission for non-filing of reportorial requirements......»»
Subic road rage driver suspended
The Land Transportation Office has suspended the driver of a sport utility vehicle tagged in a road rage incident at the Subic Bay Freeport in Bataan, LTO chief Vigor Mendoza II said yesterday......»»
Roxas Holdings suspended for reporting failure
The PSE suspended Roxas Holdings for its continued failure to submit its Annual Report for its fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2023......»»
Senior citizen commission executive suspended for neglect of duty
A National Senior Citizens Commission official has been suspended for three months following allegations of gross neglect of duty, among other offenses......»»