Tag: Sara Duterte
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Sara Duterte Ready for Presidential Succession: What It Means for the Philippines
Context: The constitutional route to the presidency The Philippines operates under a presidential system where the line of succession is clearly defined in the 1987 Constitution. In the event that the president is unable to execute the duties of office, the vice president steps in. Vice President Sara Duterte has publicly affirmed she sees herself…
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OVP 90th Anniversary: Why Some Ex-Vice Presidents Skipped
Event Overview The Office of the Vice President (OVP) celebrated its 90th anniversary with a ceremony hosted by Sara Duterte on Friday, November 14. The milestone event drew a high-powered crowd, effectively turning the celebration into a mini-reunion of political figures and power players. Yet, the guest list also underscored gaps: several living former vice…
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Why Some Ex-Vice Presidents Skipped the OVP’s 90th Anniversary
Background: A Milestone for the Office of the Vice President The Office of the Vice President (OVP) marked a significant milestone—its 90th anniversary—at a ceremony hosted by Sara Duterte. The event, going beyond a routine celebration, became a gathering that drew power brokers and seasoned political figures, turning into a mini-reunion of leaders who shaped…
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‘Hindi niya ma-gets?’: Makabayan says VP Sara Duterte’s budget response shows lack of accountability
Makabayan confronts the vice presidency over budget accountability The ongoing budget debate in the Philippines has taken a sharp turn as Makabayan lawmakers challenge Vice President Sara Duterte’s understanding of accountability and checks and balances. With the House of Representatives voting to trim the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) proposed budget for 2026, critics…
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Makabayan Critique of VP Sara Duterte’s Budget Stance Spurs Debate on Accountability in PH Congress
Background: A Budget Cut with Broad Implications The Philippines’ budget process is often a focal point for debates on transparency and accountability. In the 2026 General Appropriations Bill (GAB), the House of Representatives moved to slash P156 million from the Office of the Vice President (OVP). The decision has become a flashpoint in the ongoing…
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Makabayan Fire: Duterte Says House Isn’t Moral Overseer as Budget Cut Sparks Accountability Debate
Summary of the Budget Move In a heated turn of the Philippines’ budget battle, the House of Representatives approved a significant cut of 156 million pesos from the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) proposed 2026 General Appropriations Bill. The decision came amid a broader push by lawmakers to reassess allocations and demand greater transparency…
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Sara Duterte: Pushing Marcos to Resign Is Pointless — What She Calls for Instead
Overview: Duterte’s stance on calls for resignation Vice President Sara Duterte has made a clear distinction between questioning a president’s performance and demanding his immediate resignation. In a recent press briefing in Zamboanga City, she said that she is not urging President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to resign, describing such calls as pointless. The vice president…
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Sara Duterte: Pushing Marcos to Resign Is Pointless, Urges Accountability Instead
Pointless Resignation Calls: Duterte Emphasizes Accountability Over Removal Manila, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte has made clear that she is not advocating for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to resign, describing such calls as pointless. In a press briefing held in Zamboanga City, Duterte framed the conversation around accountability, trust, and the duties of the…
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Sara Duterte Silent on ICC Interim Release Denial, amid mounting scrutiny
Overview Vice President Sara Duterte has offered no public statement regarding the International Criminal Court (ICC) ruling that denied interim release for her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte. As of late Friday and into Saturday, the Duterte camp had not issued a direct response, continuing a pattern of cautious public engagement amid a highly scrutinized…
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Sara Duterte Silent on ICC Decision: How the Court’s Ruling Shapes Duterte Family Narrative
Overview: The ICC Decision and the Duterte Family The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) October 10 ruling denying interim release for former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has become a flashpoint in the nation’s political dialogue. The decision cited public statements by Sara Duterte, the vice president and former city mayor, and suggested a perceived influence by…