The Anti-Money Laundering Council in the Philippines has issued its sixth freeze order in an investigation into irregular flood control projects, targeting a former official and freezing 2,003 assets worth P4.67 billion. The action aims to preserve public funds and combat corruption.
The ICC denied former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s bid for temporary release on October 10, 2025, citing the influence of his children, Sara and Baste Duterte. The court highlighted concerns about the potential flight risk due to the family’s political influence and public remarks, marking a significant development in Duterte’s ongoing legal proceedings related to his war on drugs.
Filipino-American leaders urge President Marcos to use U.S. humanitarian aid for 50,000 Amerasians affected by the 1992 closure of U.S. military bases in the Philippines, highlighting the need for educational, health, and social support.
The ICC rejected former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s request for interim release, citing concerns about him fleeing justice, obstructing proceedings, and continuing criminal activities. Duterte serves as Davao City mayor.
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake hit off Davao Oriental, Philippines, on October 10, prompting a tsunami warning. The warning has since been lifted, with no significant waves expected.
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla to lift Duterte-era restrictions on public access to officials’ Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN), enhancing government transparency and allowing citizen involvement in investigations.
President Donald Trump nominates Lee Lipton, a Florida restaurateur, as the new US Ambassador to the Philippines. This appointment occurs amid rising tensions in Southeast Asia. Lipton’s nomination, pending Senate confirmation, emphasizes the significance of US diplomatic efforts in the region.
The Philippine Department of Budget and Management approves the release of P716.15 million to enhance the disaster response funds of the Department of Social Welfare and Development. This allocation aims to bolster the department’s ability to effectively respond to emergencies and natural disasters, ensuring adequate resources and support for affected communities.
Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla plans to move flood control project cases to the Sandiganbayan for prosecution, ensuring no one is spared from accountability.
The AFP reassigned Col. Raymund Dante Lachica amid a case involving the OVP’s alleged misuse of confidential funds. Lachica returned to the Philippine Army on October 4, 2025, with Lt. Col. Joseph Israel Eleosida taking over as head of the AFP Security and Protection Group.