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Philippines: Former President Duterte’s Mayoral Win Raises Legal Questions
Interior Secretary Remulla states 'work from Hague' arrangement for Duterte is unlikely amid ongoing ICC case.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's recent election victory as mayor of Davao City has highlighted potential legal complexities related to his ongoing case before the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla confirmed that the possibility of allowing Duterte to perform his mayoral duties from The Hague, where the ICC is located, is unlikely.
Duterte, who was declared mayor after securing over 662,000 votes, significantly outpaced his opponent, Karlo Nograles, who garnered approximately 80,000 votes.
Despite his election, Duterte is facing allegations of crimes against humanity, which have led to his ongoing ICC trial.
In light of these circumstances, Secretary Remulla stated that he would notify the ICC regarding the potential need for a consul to administer the oath of office to Duterte in the Netherlands.
In Duterte's absence, the role of acting mayor will be assumed by his son, Sebastian Duterte, who currently serves as the Vice Mayor of Davao City.
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla confirmed that the possibility of allowing Duterte to perform his mayoral duties from The Hague, where the ICC is located, is unlikely.
Duterte, who was declared mayor after securing over 662,000 votes, significantly outpaced his opponent, Karlo Nograles, who garnered approximately 80,000 votes.
Despite his election, Duterte is facing allegations of crimes against humanity, which have led to his ongoing ICC trial.
In light of these circumstances, Secretary Remulla stated that he would notify the ICC regarding the potential need for a consul to administer the oath of office to Duterte in the Netherlands.
In Duterte's absence, the role of acting mayor will be assumed by his son, Sebastian Duterte, who currently serves as the Vice Mayor of Davao City.
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