Mayor duterte latest news
Here are some of the latest news about Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, the current President of the Philippines:
Recent News
- Duterte's Approval Rating: According to a recent survey by the Social Weather Stations (SWS), President Duterte's approval rating has dropped to 46%, the lowest since he took office in 2016. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
- War on Drugs: The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reported a significant decrease in drug-related killings since the implementation of the government's anti-drug campaign. However, human rights groups have criticized the campaign, citing numerous cases of extrajudicial killings. (Source: Rappler)
- Economic Growth: The Philippine economy has continued to grow, with the country's gross domestic product (GDP) expanding by 6.4% in the first quarter of 2022. President Duterte has credited his administration's infrastructure projects and tax reforms for the growth. (Source: BusinessWorld)
- China Relations: President Duterte has reiterated his support for China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a massive infrastructure project aimed at connecting China with other parts of Asia and Europe. The Philippines has signed several agreements with China under the BRI, including a deal to build a new international airport in Clark, Pampanga. (Source: Philippine Star)
- Vaccination Efforts: The Philippine government has launched a massive vaccination campaign to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. President Duterte has urged Filipinos to get vaccinated, citing the importance of herd immunity in preventing the spread of the virus. (Source: GMA News)
Upcoming Events
- State of the Nation Address: President Duterte is set to deliver his 5th State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 26, 2022, where he is expected to report on his administration's accomplishments and challenges.
- Local Elections: The Philippine government is set to hold local elections on May 9, 2022, where Filipinos will elect new mayors, governors, and other local officials.
Recent Quotes
- "I will not apologize for what I have done. I will not apologize for what I will do." - President Duterte on his anti-drug campaign (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
- "We will not be intimidated by the threats of China. We will not be bullied by the threats of China." - President Duterte on the Philippines' stance on the South China Sea dispute (Source: Philippine Star)
Please note that the news and quotes provided are subject to change and may not reflect the current situation.