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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

last updated:

7 October, 2024

Rodrigo Duterte

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Sara Duterte skips questioning over alleged threat to kill Philippine president

The Philippine vice-president insisted her remarks were taken out of context and said she did not trust authorities.

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Duterte’s supporters mocked for copying Philippines’ 1986 ‘people power’ protest

The rally in support of the Duterte family at the EDSA Shrine, the symbolic site of the 1986 uprising, has fizzled out within a week.

Impeaching Philippine VP Sara Duterte is ‘now or never’, analysts say

Delaying impeachment proceedings, which can be highly politicised, is likely to bolster Duterte-Carpio’s 2028 presidential run, observers note.

Sara Duterte faces impeachment in the Philippines’ political storm

The complaint alleges she violated the constitution by skipping budget hearings and engaging in corruption, along with her violent rhetoric and elitist entitlement.

Marcos should deliver ‘two-punch blow’ to VP Sara to ease tensions: analysts

Arrest and detention may not be enough to curb Duterte-Carpio’s ability to wrest control of the government, observers say.

Philippine crackdown on Pogos sparks fears of underground scams and espionage

The crackdown on scams and human trafficking may push the industry underground, fostering more sophisticated crimes like espionage and disinformation.

Philippines’ Marcos calls assassination threat ‘troubling’ after VP’s comments

The president said threats against him would not be taken lightly after the vice-president said she had hired someone to eliminate him.

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Filipinos back ICC probe of Duterte’s drug war, but will it sway midterm voters?

While his anti-narcotics campaign once had widespread support, a survey indicates 59 per cent now approve of the investigation into it.

‘Hurry up’: Duterte says he is ready to face ICC in The Hague over drug war

Rodrigo Duterte taunts lawmakers that they might ‘miss the pleasure’ of seeing him in the International Criminal Court due to his age.

Harry Roque: from Philippine presidential aide to human trafficking suspect

Roque’s alleged links to Pogos and growing legal troubles could affect the Dutertes given his close association with them, analysts say.

‘Scratch the surface’: Manila probes land-owning Chinese with fake citizenship

These Chinese nationals reportedly own huge plots of land in Luzon after acquiring fake Philippine citizenship, local reports say.

Are the walls closing in on Sara Duterte as impeachment threat grows?

Facing allegations of corruption and betrayal of public trust, the Philippine vice-president is striking back at her accusers.

Duterte’s ‘bombshell’ admission: ‘I had a death squad … I used gangsters’

Rodrigo Duterte admitted that he also ordered the police to ‘encourage’ arrested suspects into fighting back so that they could be killed.

Philippine pastor Quiboloy coerced hundreds in his church into sex acts: police

‘Quiboloy aimed to acquire 1,000 women anchored on the biblical story of Solomon,’ a top police official testified before a senate hearing.

Why a little-known domestic law could lead Philippines’ Duterte to an ICC trial

Ex-senator Leila De Lima tells Congress RA 9851 recognises ICC jurisdiction over crimes against humanity committed in the Philippines.

As hunger rises, Marcos-Duterte political feud threatens Philippines’ stability

Analysts warn the bitter fight between the two powerful political clans could undermine efforts to address growing hunger and economic woes.

Philippines’ VP Sara slams Marcos over deception claims as clan feud worsens

Duterte-Carpio holds press conference to set the record straight, recounts incident when she realises her ties with Marcos Jnr turned toxic.

‘Smoking gun’ testimony implicates Philippines’ Duterte in drug war killings

A lawyer aiding the ICC probe into extrajudicial killings during the former president’s drug war says the new evidence could be critical.

Most Filipinos won’t support pro-China candidates in 2025 elections: survey

Such views are driven by concerns over the South China Sea dispute and pro-China candidates undermining national security, an analyst says.

Will arrest of Pogo ‘kingpin’ in the Philippines expose wider web of corruption?

Authorities say Lyu Dong established a ‘a network of scam farms’, including a Pogo facility in the town where Guo formerly served as mayor.

Apollo Quiboloy Senate bid tests religion’s ‘unholy’ grip on Philippine politics

As his legal troubles mount, the Duterte-linked pastor’s candidacy blurs the lines between religious influence and political power.

Mayoral bid by Philippines’ Duterte signals dominance of political dynasties

Besides the Duterte and Marcos families, the Nograles, Cayetano, Estrada, Villar and Tulfo clans are also contesting in the 2025 elections.

‘I want to serve you’: Philippines ex-president Duterte to run for city mayor

This move is seen as a bid to bolster support for his daughter, Sara, who is expected to run for president in 2028.