Philippine VP Sara Duterte’s political future at stake as trial opens
The outcome could either clear VP Duterte of wrongdoing or end her political career through removal from office and possible perpetual disqualification from holding public office.
Kenneth Christiane Basilio
Philippine senate finally convenes amid alleged SP Cayetano-led group’s boycott
With 267 lawmakers voting in favor, 20 against and seven abstaining, the lower chamber approved Bill No. 8389, which bars spouses and relatives of up to a second degree of…
Attack in Philippines’ surfing capital Siargao sparks call to shield locals from unruly tourists
“Local governments must actively protect the welfare and way of life, especially of indigenous communities, in the face of tourist abuse,” Solid North Rep. Ching Bernos said…
Philippine VP Sara Duterte impeachment raps to go to House floor on May 4: lawmaker
The 39-member justice committee last week found probable cause on the complaints seeking VP Duterte’s ouster, drawing up a case built on allegations of corruption and…
Over 600 transactions of Philippine VP Sara Duterte worth over US$111mil flagged by anti-money laundering council
Banks flagged 33 suspicious transactions and 630 covered dealings worth P6.7 billion involving Duterte and her husband Manases Carpio, AMLC Executive Director Ronel Buenaventura…
Philippine VP Sara Duterte says audit commission denied her due process; auditors reject claim
Vice President Sara Duterte claimed she was denied due process in the Commission on Audit’s disallowance of the Office of the Vice President’s P73.28 million confidential fund…