Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Undersecretary Claire Castro said she is willing to defend President Marcos only as long as the Chief Executive is telling the truth and is doing what is right. Speaking in an interview with television host Boy Abunda on his YouTube channel, Castro said she...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ordered a fresh medical examination of former president Rodrigo Duterte to determine whether he is fit to stand trial in connection with crimes against humanity charges linked to his anti-drug campaign, while keeping the start of trial on Nov. 30, 2026. In...
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has granted former president Rodrigo Duterte 's request to relax certain communication restrictions imposed on him, allowing him to have contact with a redacted individual while keeping broader restrictions in place. In a seven-page decision dated June...
Detained Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has pushed back against claims that he can no longer participate as a senator-judge in the upcoming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, arguing that the legal issues surrounding his suspension remain unresolved and subject to judicial review. ...
President Marcos has extended his condolences to the people of Thailand and the Thai royal family following the death of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati, describing her as a public servant whose commitment to justice and human dignity left an enduring legacy. In a...
President Marcos has renewed the Philippines ' commitment to multilateral cooperation and a rules-based international order, saying the country will continue working with all nations in pursuit of peace, stability, and sustainable development. Speaking before members of the diplomatic corps...
President Marcos announced that the Philippines will expand its diplomatic footprint with the opening of new embassies in Kazakhstan and Ghana, as well as a planned consulate general in Miami, Florida. The President made the announcement during the Vin d 'Honneur reception in Malacañang,...
The Philippines ' neighbors in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and key international partners joined the country on Friday, June 12, in celebrating its 128th Independence Day, reaffirming support for Manila 's leadership and highlighting growing cooperation across the...
DAVAO CITY – Vice President Sara Duterte said Ateneo de Manila University 's response to the deaths of their basketball players Rene Clert Baterbonia and Divine Adili is lacking. In an interview with Davao reporters on Friday morning, June 12, Duterte expressed sadness over the incident...
DAVAO CITY – Vice President Sara Duterte rejected calls for a People Power to remove President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. as she is required to uphold and defend the Constitution. In an interview with Davao reporters on Friday morning, June 12, Duterte responded to appeals from retired military...
DAVAO CITY – Vice President Sara Duterte and Davao City first district Rep. Paolo Duterte commemorated the 128th Philippine Independence Day by honoring the sacrifices of Filipino heroes and calling for continued efforts to protect freedom, sovereignty, and democratic rights. In a speech during...
Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday, June 12, urged Filipinos to choose truth, accountability, and hope as the nation marked the 128th Philippine Independence Day, warning that corruption, abuse of power, and weak governance threaten the freedoms won through the sacrifices of past generations....
