Vice President Sara Duterte remains in the Netherlands, uncertain about returning to the Philippines as she supports her father, Rodrigo Duterte, at the ICC. She holds a return ticket for April but emphasizes her ongoing duties for the Office of the Vice President and is also preparing for her upcoming impeachment process.
Vice President Sara Duterte’s return to the Philippines is currently uncertain due to her ongoing support for her father, Rodrigo Duterte, who is detained at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in the Netherlands. She affirmed her duty as Vice President to advocate for every Filipino, particularly regarding due process for her father. “I do not wish to stay here. My children and family are there in the Philippines. As Vice President, I also have a duty…” she stated during an online press briefing.
Sara Duterte explained that her presence in the Netherlands is not solely because of her father’s situation, insisting that her role as Vice President necessitates her involvement in his case. She mentioned that her return ticket to the Philippines is scheduled for April, but the exact date remains unclear as her father’s defense team is still being organized.
Despite her absence from the Philippines, she reassured the public that she continues to fulfill her responsibilities related to the Office of the Vice President (OVP). Sara mentioned that all ongoing projects are proceeding as planned, reflecting her commitment to her role.
Sara also addressed her upcoming impeachment preparations, stating that the process is progressing as scheduled, which began as early as 2023. Moreover, she ensured that the legal representatives for her impeachment case will not intersect with her father’s defense against ICC charges.
Vice President Sara Duterte’s current situation highlights her commitment to both her familial obligations and her duties as an official. While she is focused on her father’s ICC case in the Netherlands, she continues managing her responsibilities in the Philippines. As her potential return remains uncertain, her preparations for the upcoming impeachment process are also underway, separate from her father’s defense.
Original Source: manilastandard.net
