The Center for International Law urges the ICC to deny former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s request for interim release, citing risks to victim and witness safety. CenterLaw stresses the importance of maintaining the integrity of the ongoing prosecution related to alleged crimes against humanity.
Former Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile expressed on Tuesday that Vice President Sara Duterte’s actions may indicate reluctance to face an impeachment trial. Enrile commented on the situation amid delays and petitions from Duterte’s camp against the complaint.
The Department of Education in the Philippines has acquired over 38,000 laptops and 26,000 Smart TV packages for the 2025-2026 school year. This initiative, part of DepEd’s Early Procurement Activities, aims to equip teachers and enhance school resources, utilizing 79% of the annual budget for their computerization program.
Senate President Francis Escudero and House prosecutors proclaim that senator-judges’ inhibition in Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial should be voluntary, amid calls for recusal. Both emphasize that the decision lies with the senator-judges, stressing the significance of maintaining impartiality during proceedings.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. revealed receiving false accomplishment reports on government projects during a podcast. Marcos stated that his visits to public areas help him verify such reports’ accuracy, resulting in the dismissal of several public servants.
Vice President Sara Duterte returned to the Philippines on June 14, 2023, after a personal visit to Malaysia. During her stay, she joined the Filipino community in Kuala Lumpur for Independence Day celebrations.
Malacañang stated on Friday that it will respect the decision of the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding the interim release appeal filed by former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s legal counsel.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has denied former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s request to remove two judges from the Pre-trial Chamber 1, who are evaluating the court’s jurisdiction over the Philippines following its withdrawal from the Rome Statute. The decision maintains the chamber’s composition amidst an ongoing investigation into alleged crimes during Duterte’s presidency.
Vice President Sara Duterte travels to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on a private family trip ahead of her anticipated impeachment trial at the Philippine Senate, set to commence on June 11.
Philippine senators, including former Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, urge Senate President Chiz Escudero to hold an all-member caucus to address uncertainties surrounding the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. The caucus seeks to clarify procedural steps and ensure a unified approach in handling the trial.