A presidential spokesman called the experts’ report “an outrageous interference,” adding that the government’s “primary duty” was to protect its citizens.
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Rights Experts Urge U.N. Inquiry Into ‘Staggering’ Killings in Philippines
In a condemnation of President Rodrigo Duterte’s administration, 11 United Nations experts said the body’s Human Rights Council should investigate a wide range of abuses.
Recyclers Cringe as Southeast Asia Says It’s Sick of the West’s Trash
After China restricted plastic scrap imports, countries like Malaysia took the brunt of the waste. But now there’s a regionwide backlash, and recyclers are worried.
Rodrigo Duterte Says He ‘Cured’ Himself From Being Gay
The Philippines president, in calling a political rival gay, said he used to be gay himself but was cured with the help of “beautiful women.”
Canada Agrees to Take Back Trash Sent to Philippines Years Ago
The garbage, which was mistakenly shipped to the Philippines in 2013 and 2014, had been the subject of a diplomatic dispute and outrage from President Rodrigo Duterte.
Where Is President Duterte? A Weeklong Absence Fuels Speculation and Scrutiny
Rumors have swirled that President Rodrigo Duterte might be sick after he dropped out of the public eye for a week.
Philippines Election: Duterte Allies Sweep Senate, Unofficial Results Indicate
President Rodrigo Duterte appears likely to get a stronger grip on the legislative chamber that had shown some measure of independence.
Duterte Sees Chance to Consolidate Power in Philippine Elections
The police reported scattered incidents of violence and voter intimidation as Filipinos began voting Monday to decide control of the Senate.
In Philippines Elections, Duterte Sees Chance to Consolidate Power
The police reported scattered incidents of violence and voter intimidation as Filipinos began voting Monday to decide control of the Senate.
Duterte Foes Face Long Odds in Battle for Philippines Senate
The Senate has been one of the last bulwarks against the president’s strongman rule. That may not last.