Duterte news today

Here are some of the latest news updates about President Rodrigo Duterte:

Latest News

  1. Duterte orders probe into alleged corruption in PNP: President Duterte has ordered an investigation into allegations of corruption within the Philippine National Police (PNP), following reports of irregularities in the agency's procurement and financial transactions. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
  2. Duterte to visit China for Belt and Road Forum: President Duterte is set to visit China next week to attend the Belt and Road Forum, where he is expected to discuss trade and investment opportunities with Chinese leaders. (Source: Manila Bulletin)
  3. Duterte signs law creating Department of Migrant Workers: President Duterte has signed into law the creation of the Department of Migrant Workers, which aims to protect and promote the welfare of Filipino overseas workers. (Source: GMA News)
  4. Duterte orders release of P10 billion for farmers: President Duterte has ordered the release of P10 billion to support farmers and agricultural workers affected by the El Niño phenomenon and other natural disasters. (Source: Philippine Star)
  5. Duterte to meet with US Secretary of State: President Duterte is set to meet with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in Manila next week to discuss issues such as the South China Sea and human rights. (Source: CNN Philippines)

Recent Developments

  1. Duterte's approval ratings drop: President Duterte's approval ratings have dropped to 56% in the latest survey by the Social Weather Stations (SWS), down from 63% in the previous quarter. (Source: SWS)
  2. Duterte's war on drugs continues: The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reported that 4,354 drug suspects have been killed in anti-drug operations since President Duterte launched his war on drugs in 2016. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
  3. Duterte's infrastructure projects: The Philippine government has launched several infrastructure projects, including the construction of new roads, bridges, and airports, as part of President Duterte's infrastructure development program. (Source: Manila Bulletin)

Opinion and Analysis

  1. Duterte's leadership style: An opinion piece in the Philippine Daily Inquirer argues that President Duterte's leadership style is a mix of authoritarianism and populism, which has both positive and negative effects on the country. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
  2. Duterte's foreign policy: An analysis in the Manila Times argues that President Duterte's foreign policy is shifting away from the country's traditional allies and towards China and other emerging economies. (Source: Manila Times)

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive.