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Rodrigo Duterte
Rodrigo 'Rody' Roa Duterte was the 16th President of the Philippines. The former lawyer and mayor of Davao built a reputation on fighting crime and corruption. He had a zero-tolerance policy against drug traffickers, organised crime and vowed to re-introduce the death penalty.
Born
28 Mar 1945
Industry
Politics, Law
Job Title
Politician, Lawyer
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte during a senate inquiry on the so-called war on drugs during his administration at the Philippine Senate in Manila in October 2024. Duterte is currently detained in the Netherlands. Photo: AP
The Philippines

Could ICC warrants against Duterte allies alter Philippines’ balance of power?

A former Duterte spokesman claims more of the ex-president’s allies will soon be arrested as part of a plot to ‘destroy the opposition’.

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The Philippines

In Philippines, Marcos’ ratings sink as anti-corruption drive ‘backfires’

The Philippines

Did Philippine VP Sara Duterte’s jailbreak ‘joke’ keep her dad in ICC detention?

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The Philippines

ICC rejects Philippines ex-president Duterte’s request for release

The court dismissed defence arguments that the 80-year-old should be released due to his advanced age and alleged declining health.

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Rodrigo Duterte addresses troops during the 82nd anniversary celebration of the Armed Forces in December 2017. Photo: AP
The Philippines

Marcos’ sister says Philippines has leadership ‘vacuum’ in new jab at president

Imee Marcos said they ‘kind of boxed me out’ when she raised her brother’s alleged cocaine addiction with the family.

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The Philippines

As Philippines targets more Pogo figures, can Marcos regain public trust?

The flood-control scandal has a bigger impact on the Philippine president’s approval rating than any anti-Pogo moves, analysts say.

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The Philippines

Philippine president on sister’s drug claims: ‘we’re worried about her’

The president suggested that something was troubling Imee Marcos, saying ‘the lady that you see talking on TV is not my sister’.

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Imee Marcos (right) with her brother Ferdinand Marcos Jnr in 2014. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Fugitive ex-Philippine official accuses Marcos of ordering bogus projects

Ex-appropriations chairman Zaldy Co claims Marcos directed him to add US$1.7 billion in dubious projects to the national budget.

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The Philippines

‘Test the waters’: rumoured ICC plan to arrest Duterte ally grips Philippines

The ombudsman’s revelation of an arrest warrant may be a calculated risk to test the waters on possible reactions, analysts say.

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The Philippines

Philippine ombudsman claims Duterte’s drugs war ally Dela Rosa’s arrest imminent

Ombudsman Remulla says the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for the Philippine senator, but the court has denied the claim.

Philippine Senator Ronald Dela Rosa takes a selfie with Rodrigo Duterte’s supporters in Davao City on March 28. Photo: Reuters
The Philippines

The Philippines wants Xi to visit. It wants a South China Sea code more

Chinese President Xi Jinping hasn’t set foot in Manila since 2018. His invitation to return comes with conditions attached.

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Gyeongju, South Korea, on November 1. Photo: Facebook/BongbongMarcos
The Philippines

Philippines’ Marcos ‘the main casualty’ of political issues as ratings fall

A new survey shows Duterte-Carpio likely regaining momentum as Marcos grapples with waning confidence in his leadership.

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The Philippines

Filipinos rally behind coastguard amid sea tensions, US alliance debate

A poll revealed high ratings for the force despite pro-Duterte lawmakers disparaging it over growing Manila-Washington defence ties.

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The Philippines

Duterte demands release from ICC, citing unlawful detention

Duterte’s lawyers are challenging The Hague’s jurisdiction and claim the 80-year-old is unfit for trial.

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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte takes oath during a senate inquiry on the so-called war on drugs during his administration at the Philippine Senate in Manila last year. Photo: AP
The Philippines

Philippine military fires back as Duterte’s son takes potshot at US ties

Paolo Duterte’s claims of the military ‘showing off for America’ are aimed at undermining the current administration, analysts say.

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Paolo Duterte, son of former Philippine president Rodrigo, represents Davao City, the hometown of the Duterte clan. Photo: Reuters
The Philippines

What’s behind the calls for Mindanao to secede from the Philippines?

Analysts say the secession calls exploit real frustrations to promote the political interests of former president Rodrigo Duterte.

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The Philippines

Will corruption backlash against Marcos reshape Philippine politics?

A new poll shows the president’s approval ratings tumbling, with Filipinos increasingly blaming government corruption for their struggles.

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Philippine survey shows ‘growing demand for justice’ against Duterte

The survey results and the ICC investigation are ‘mutually reinforcing’ as they amplify accountability for the drug war deaths, analysts say.

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte attends the House Quad Committee hearing investigating his administration’s war on drugs, at the House of Representatives, in Quezon City, the Philippines, in November 2024. Photo: Reuters
The Philippines

ICC denies release to Philippines’ Duterte amid flight risk concerns

Judges ruled Duterte should remain in ICC custody due to flight risk and witness influence fears, despite his health claims.

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The Philippines

‘Tone-deaf’ legal service award for Philippines’ Duterte ignites anger

The award has angered critics who say it is ‘deeply offensive’ to the victims of the former president’s drug war.

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The Philippines

Filipino blogger arrested over ‘headshot’ threat to Marcos

Mike Romero, a supporter of ex-president Duterte, was arrested for inciting sedition for a Facebook post of President Marcos that said ‘headshot’.

The Philippines’ National Bureau of Investigation arrested a man in Pagadian City who reposted an online photo of President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr with the word “headshot”. Photo: Handout
The Philippines

Philippines’ Marcos names ally to corruption watchdog post amid flood scandal

Jesus Crispin Remulla’s appointment as ombudsman for flood project corruption has sparked accountability concerns.

Philippine Justice Secretary Jesus Remulla attends a Committee on Foreign Affairs hearing in March following the ICC arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte in Metro Manila. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Fake coup and CIA plot rumours in Philippines fuelling real political turmoil

Analysts say the disinformation is capitalising on anti-corruption anger to sow unrest and confusion.

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The Philippines

Unrest in Philippine military? Ire of old guard could spell trouble for Marcos

Insider sources said the retired generals met top brass to urge them to abandon the president ahead of the mass corruption protests.

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The Philippines

Could Philippines’ flood-control corruption scandal engulf President Marcos too?

At least 50 politicians and top officials have been implicated so far in what has been called ‘the biggest corruption scandal in history’.

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Filipino rescuers help residents and their pets evacuate their flooded homes in Ormoc, Leyte province, Philippines, on Friday. Photo: Philippine Coast Guard/AP
The Philippines

Will Duterte ever face trial? ICC case slowed by health claims and court delays

The former Philippine leader has been accused of orchestrating dozens of killings, but claims of cognitive decline are delaying proceedings.

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Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is seen on a screen in the courtroom of the International Criminal Court (ICC) with his lawyer Salvador Medialdea seated left, in The Hague, Netherlands, on March 14. Photo: Reuters
The Philippines

ICC prosecutors charge Duterte with 3 counts of crimes against humanity

The ex-Philippine president is alleged to have been involved with 76 murders as part of his ‘war on drugs’.

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The Philippines

Trillion-peso turmoil hands Philippines’ Marcos a legacy-defining crisis

A vast corruption scandal has ignited public fury and coup rumours, placing the president between his family’s past and his political rivals.

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