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Follow RT for recent news and articles on Rodrigo Duterte, president of the Philippines. His domestic policy is based on tackling drug trafficking. Duterte is a controversial political figure and has been condemned for violating human rights, as he’s been trying to reduce crime by killing perpetrators. Get news and updates on the Philippines’ drug war initiated by Rodrigo Duterte in 2016. The UN has condemned Rodrigo Duterte’s policies, and Duterte responded by promising to withdraw the Philippines from the UN, building closer ties with China and Russia. Rodrigo Duterte has been making contradictory statements and public speeches. Don’t miss the most recent news and updates on his public appearances and online statements.
- Duterte says his daughter has dengue fever, days after revealing his own neuromuscular disorder
The youngest daughter of Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has contracted dengue fever, a serious viral infection spread by mosquitoes which can develop fatal complications.Oct 7, 2019 14:06World News - Duterte's 'priority market': Phillippines strike deals worth $12.6 million with Russia, including nuclear power plant optionThe Philippines have signed 10 trade and investment agreements with Russia amounting to some $12.6 million. From seafood to car exports, these include a deal to explore nuclear power plant construction possibilities.Oct 5, 2019 11:23Business News
- 'Hit them!': Duterte tells Filipinos to shoot corrupt officials, promises no prison timePhilippines President Rodrigo Duterte has invited citizens to shoot, but not kill, any public officials they witness taking bribes, promising immunity from prosecution, provided the corrupt bureaucrat survives.Sep 13, 2019 10:24World News
- ‘Whites have no shame’: Duterte decries Iceland abortion policy amid UNHCR probe into drug warPhilippines President Rodrigo Duterte has launched a scathing attack on Iceland, saying he hopes its “ice-eating” people “freeze in time,” and calling them hypocrites for opposing his drug war but allowing abortion.Aug 29, 2019 08:01World News
- ‘The end of us all!’ Duterte will NEVER let US deploy nukes & mid-range missiles in the PhilippinesThe Philippines will never allow the US to deploy nuclear weapons on its soil to counter China’s growing influence in the region, President Duterte declared, slamming Washington’s untrustworthiness even in small arms deals.Aug 7, 2019 04:32World News
- ‘Tit for tat’: Philippines will stamp Chinese visitors’ passports with map of disputed territoriesChinese visitors to the Philippines will have their passports stamped with a special visa stamp featuring the map of disputed territories in protest against Beijing’s claims to them.Aug 6, 2019 14:53World News
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