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Duterte vows end to uprising, 'jail or hell' in drug war

Security issues dominated his most important annual speech, including a disastrous two-month uprising by pro- Islamic State group militants in a southern city, the worst crisis he has faced.

Jul 25, 2017, 13:31 PM IST

Philippines' Duterte says helpless against China

"It cannot be an issue anymore. It`s already there. What would be the purpose also of discussing it if you cannot do anything," Duterte told reporters.

Apr 27, 2017, 17:12 PM IST

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte may launch 'invasion' of Abu Sayyaf's island lair

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte warned on Wednesday he might "invade" an island stronghold of the Islamic State-linked Abu Sayyaf to "finish the game" following a thwarted attempt by the group to kidnap tourists on a resort island last week.

Apr 19, 2017, 17:55 PM IST

Duterte orders Philippine troops to South China Sea reefs

"I have ordered the armed forces to occupy all," Duterte said.

Apr 06, 2017, 13:56 PM IST

Philippines' Duterte plans to visit disputed South China Sea island

Duterte told reporters he would also fortify the island of Thitu with barracks.

Apr 06, 2017, 13:23 PM IST

Philippines' Duterte asks priests to try meth before slamming drugs war

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte called priests and bishops, who oppose his violent anti-narcotics campaign that has left more than 6,200 dead since 2016, "hypocrites" and urged them to try drugs to understand the importance of the campaign.

Jan 19, 2017, 14:17 PM IST

Duterte seeks 'strategic shift' from US to China: Envoy

Manila has been one of Washington's most loyal allies in Asia, but Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has threatened to end the decades-long alliance.

Jan 02, 2017, 23:00 PM IST

China and Philippines agree to talk over sea dispute

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte met with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing as part of a charm offensive aimed at seeking trade and support from the Asian giant by setting aside the thorny territorial dispute.

Oct 20, 2016, 18:56 PM IST