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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

Pagsasara ng Mt. Apo Natural Park pinalawig pa

PINALAWIG pa ng isang buwan ang pansamantalang pagsasara ng Mt. Apo Natural Park (MANP). The post Pagsasara ng Mt. Apo Natural Park pinalawig pa first appeared on Abante......»»

Category: newsSource:  abanteRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024

Q-School grads pace ICTSI Apo Classic

A pair of Philippine Golf Tour Q-School graduates put up stellar performances in tough, humid conditions, matching par-72s and stealing the first round show in the ICTSI Apo Classic at the Apo Golf and Country Club here yesterday......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Go, Singson mark pro debut at LPGT Apo

Former national team standouts Lois Kaye Go and Mafy Singson take the eagerly anticipated plunge into the professional ranks, bolstering the already formidable cast in the ICTSI Apo Golf Classic, which reels off tomorrow at the Apo Golf and Country Club in Davao City......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Go, Singson debut as pros in LPGT Apo golf tilt

Former national team standouts Lois Kaye Go and Mafy Singson take the eagerly anticipated plunge into the professional ranks, bolstering the already formidable cast in the ICTSI Apo Golf Classic, which reels off Tuesday, March 12, at the Apo Golf and Country Club in Davao City......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 10th, 2024

Aboitiz-led Apo Agua starts supplying water to Davao City

DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 10 January)—Consumers here can expect better supply as the P12-billion Davao City Bulk Water Supply Project (DCBWSP) of the Aboitiz-led Apo Agua Infrastructura Inc. has commenced operations on December 1, 2023, three years after the completion target. In a joint statement released by the Davao City Water District (DCWD) and Apo […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Marcos declares Feb. 9 a special non-working day for Chinese New Year

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared February 9, a Friday, as a special non-working day in the country for the celebration of Chinese New Year. The Palace issued Proclamation No. 453, making the declaration. “The declaration of 09 February 2024, Friday, as an additional special non-working day throughout the country will give.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Martin Nievera is proud ‘Lilo’ to first apo

Martin Nievera is now a proud grandfather to baby Phineas Atlas, his and ex-wife Pops Fernandez’s first apo from their eldest son Robin and his non-showbiz partner......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Roque bares Duterte, China agreement to respect status quo in WPS

Roque bares Duterte, China agreement to respect status quo in WPS.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Roque: Duterte got info ‘he may be arrested any time’

Former president Rodrigo Duterte claimed to have information that he could be arrested “any time” in light of the International Criminal Court probe into his administration’s controversial drug war, according to his former spokesman Harry Roque......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 6th, 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

Rio Locsin nahirapang huminga, GMA walang ‘medic’ sa mga location shoot?

TRULILI kaya na wala pa ring medic sa location shoot ang GMA 7? May sitsit sa amin na sa sobrang intense raw ng eksena ni Rio Locsin sa seryeng “Black Rider” na pinagbibidahan ni Ruru Madrid ay nahirapang huminga ang aktres at wala man lang medic na umalalay sa kanya. “Actually, nasa tiktok na nga.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 8th, 2024

Miss Universe-Bacolod stuns in swimwear shoot

Miss Universe-Bacolod stuns in swimwear shoot.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Hindi kasalanan ni Bea kung ‘di nagtatagal ang mga relasyon niya — Lolit Solis

NAG-REACT ang talent manager at showbiz columnist na si Lolit Solis hinggil sa hiwalayang Bea Alonzo at Dominic Roque. Ngayong araw, February 8, nag-post siya sa Instagram ng kanyang saloobin hinggil sa talk of the town news ngayon. “Natawa naman ako Salve na kasali ako sa issue ng hiwalayan nina Bea Alonzo at Dominic Roque......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Rama ‘worried’ about Duterte-Marcos dispute

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama expressed concern about the ongoing political dispute in the country between former President Rodrigo Duterte and the incumbent President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The issue has become a matter of concern for Rama, given his personal relationship with both Duterte and Marcos, whom he considers “friends.” He.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Marcos declares April 10 a regular holiday in view of Eid’l Fitr

MANILA, Philippines — The Palace declared Eid’l Fitr, or the Feast of Ramadhan, on Wednesday next week (April 10) a holiday. The Palace released to the media Proclamation No. 514 that contained the declaration. “Now, therefore, I, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

No intention to close resorts near Mt. Apo

THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said that it is not their intention to close down the resorts near the buffer zones of Mount Apo......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 4th, 2024

Ryzza Mae Dizon gets tattooed by Apo Whang-Od

"Eat Bulaga" host Ryzza Mae Dizon is the latest celebrity to receive a tattoo from legendary mambabatok Apo Whang-Od......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Mt. Apo as geological monument hurdles City Council 2nd reading

THE 20th City Council approved on second reading the declaration of Mount Apo as a geological monument during its session on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, held at the Sangguniang Panlungsod......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

Whole-of-government approach to protect Mt. Apo from destructive fires

COLLABORATIVE efforts from local government units, national government agencies, communities, and other stakeholders are put in place to protect Mt. Apo against fire amid El Niño......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024