An ICC-accredited lawyer rejected claims by Rodrigo Duterte’s defense team that he is mentally unfit, saying there is no evidence to support their bid for his interim release. Proceedings against the former president continue at the International Criminal Court.
Governor Datu Pax Ali Mangudadatu of Sultan Kudarat supports lifestyle audits for government officials amid flood control project investigations, urging focus on wealthy mayors of poor towns.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. shows emotion in a podcast discussing the struggles of Filipinos, emphasizing their undeserved hardships. Concurrently, the government investigates alleged irregularities in flood control projects.
Public Works Secretary Manuel Bonoan rejects resignation calls amid flood project allegations, emphasizing accountability and anti-corruption efforts while retaining presidential trust.
China criticizes the Philippines for allowing a visit by Taiwan’s top diplomat, accusing Manila of undermining its One China Policy commitments and questioning its credibility. The Philippines disputes recognizing any Taiwanese officials in the visit.
President Marcos shows willingness to consider flood management suggestions from the Dutertes, while questioning past flood control projects. Davao City Mayor Baste Duterte criticizes current administration’s infrastructure efforts.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. plans a state visit to Cambodia from September 7-9, as announced by Malacañang. The visit aims to strengthen diplomatic ties and cooperation. Additionally, Marcos will attend a United Nations meeting in New York following the Cambodia visit.
President Marcos calls for an improved defense strategy against technology-driven risks while pledging to strengthen the Philippines’ digital infrastructure to ensure nationwide connectivity and create new opportunities.
Janet Lim-Napoles and three former officials were convicted by the Sandiganbayan on October 3, 2023, for diverting P7.55 million from the Priority Development Assistance Fund. Napoles, known for the pork barrel scam, received additional prison sentences, while her accomplices faced similar charges. Appeals are pending.
The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) on Friday criticized the planned increase in terminal fees at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and urged the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to implement a 50% discount on train fares for minimum wage earners.