Imee hammers govt over Duterte arrest

A DAY after breaking away from her brother President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s senatorial slate, Sen. Imee Marcos hammered away at his administration, saying that given the many pressing problems facing the nation, it should not have given priority to the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte. In an exclusive interview with TMT Newsroom’s Ezrah Raya … Read more

Duterte’s Arrest: Inside the Philippines Government’s High-Stakes Decision-Making Process

Duterte’s Arrest: Did the Philippine Government Secretly collude with the ICC? Table of Contents Duterte’s Arrest: Did the Philippine Government Secretly collude with the ICC? The ICC’s “Diffusion” Request PNP’s Stance and Future Actions Implications and Legal Challenges Duterte’s Arrest: ICC Documents Reveal Prior Government Knowledge Duterte’s Arrest Scandal: Unraveling the ICC’s Secret Deal with … Read more

HEADLINES: PH govt consulted on Duterte’s arrest | March 17, 2025

Good day. Here are the stories of The Manila Times for Monday, March 17, 2025. Today’s episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines’ leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer — your Trusted Building Partner. READ: PH govt consulted on Duterte’s arrest DOCUMENTS from the International Criminal Court revealed that the government … Read more

PH govt consulted on Duterte’s arrest

DOCUMENTS from the International Criminal Court revealed that the government knew beforehand about former president Rodrigo Duterte’s impending arrest. Government officials have denied that they had prior knowledge of the arrest warrant. The documents detail prior consultations between Philippine authorities and international agencies, indicating that the government had not only been informed of the arrest … Read more

Govt gains ground in fight against money laundering

(UPDATE) THE Department of Justice (DOJ) has gained significant momentum in its fight against money laundering (ML) and terrorism financing (TF), with thousands of investigations, arrests and prosecutions conducted in the past four years. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla said these efforts have not only reinforced financial security but also led to the Philippines’ removal … Read more

Govt to hold more job fairs

(UPDATE) PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has assured the people of more job fairs and livelihood opportunities, especially for the beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said Sunday. DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian, who along with other Cabinet officials joined Marcos during Saturday’s “Trabaho sa Bagong Pilipinas” … Read more

DSWD: Govt to provide more job opportunities

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has assured the people of more job fairs and livelihood opportunities, especially for the beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) said Sunday. DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian, who along with other Cabinet officials joined Marcos during Saturday’s ‘Trabaho sa … Read more

Ensure funds are spent wisely, govt workers urged

AMID criticism of the 2025 national budget, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged government workers to help his administration ensure that the funds allocated to their respective offices are spent wisely. In a speech during the One Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) graduation ceremony in Pasay City on Friday, the president asked the 661 graduates … Read more

Govt, MILF reach key agreements

THE government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) peace implementing panels have reached critical agreements on key peace process components, including normalization, the rollout of amnesty applications, and security redeployment. Presidential Peace Adviser Carlito Galvez Jr. said the agreements were reached following their 36th meeting held on Jan. 31, which coincided with the 6th … Read more