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Jesus Crispin Remulla

Jesus Crispin Remulla
The latest news and updates on Jesus Crispin Remulla, a seasoned Filipino lawyer and politician, he currently serves as Secretary of Justice, a role he assumed in 2022. His extensive career includes multiple terms as a Representative for Cavite and a period as Governor of the province. As Justice Secretary, he is focused on prison reforms, digitalising the justice system, and combating human trafficking and cybercrime. He has also notably sought international assistance for the search in Taal Lake and affirmed the credibility of a key witness in the missing cockfighting workers case. His work aims to enhance justice accessibility and efficiency.
Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte listens to questions from journalists during an event marking the 90th anniversary of the Office of the Vice President in Makati City, Metro Manila, on November 14. Duterte is facing a plunder complaint linked to her use of confidential funds. Photo: EPA-EFE
The Philippines

Could a plunder probe weaken Philippine VP Sara Duterte’s 2028 prospects?

An insider said the filing is less about getting a conviction than opening the door to financial scrutiny that could damage her politically.

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The Philippines

New corruption complaint against Philippine VP Duterte heightens political drama

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The Philippines

‘Test the waters’: rumoured ICC plan to arrest Duterte ally grips Philippines

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The Philippines

Philippine ombudsman claims Duterte’s drugs war ally Dela Rosa’s arrest imminent

Ombudsman Remulla says the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for the Philippine senator, but the court has denied the claim.

Philippine Senator Ronald Dela Rosa takes a selfie with Rodrigo Duterte’s supporters in Davao City on March 28. Photo: Reuters
The Philippines

Has Philippines lost world’s trust over flood-control corruption scandal?

Stories of Filipinos being turned away in Oslo over ‘money-laundering issues’ point to a bigger problem of market confidence, analysts say.

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The Philippines

Philippines’ Marcos names ally to corruption watchdog post amid flood scandal

Jesus Crispin Remulla’s appointment as ombudsman for flood project corruption has sparked accountability concerns.

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The Philippines

Duterte’s son files ‘kidnapping’ charges – in a bid to save Philippine VP Sara?

The lawsuit targets the justice secretary, a front runner for the ombudsman role who could decide the fate of Sara’s corruption cases.

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Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio pictured in May. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Terror in the deep: a Philippine lake’s myths are rewritten in bones

Legends say Lake Taal’s volcano was born of betrayal. Today, that folklore feels less like a myth and more like a grim metaphor.

The Philippines

Is Duterte’s ex-police ally set to give ICC drug war’s ‘smoking gun’ proof?

The former police colonel has flown to Malaysia ‘to meet with the ICC’, according to Manila’s justice secretary.

The Philippines

Philippine contractors allege political bribery in flood control scandal

The Discayas have offered to turn state witnesses but legal experts say their alleged role in the scandal could undermine their credibility.

Pedestrians wade through a flooded street caused by heavy rains in Manila in July. Photo: AFP
South China Sea

Will the Philippines sue China over coral reef destruction?

Investigators said divers were unable to remove a huge anchor still blocking sunlight from corals near Thitu Island in the South China Sea.

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A diver inspects a parachute anchor near Thitu Island in the South China Sea, reportedly left behind by a Chinese vessel in June causing more than 11 million pesos (US$194,000) in damage to protected coral reefs, in this still from a social media video. Photo: Facebook/WPSTransparencyOffice
The Philippines

Sack of bones, Duterte drug war add to growing Philippine cock fighters mystery

Three sacks pulled from Taal Lake as justice secretary notes ‘intersection’ in drug war operations and cock fighters’ deaths.

The Philippines

Philippine police detain 15 of its own officers in missing cock fighters case

The officers are under investigation for the suspected killings of 34 cock fighters, whose bodies were dumped in a lake after cheating accusations.

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The Philippines

Philippines urges Japan to help in lake search for ‘executed’ cock fighters

With dozens of participants allegedly murdered by rogue police and dumped in a massive lake, Manila has asked Tokyo for technical help in ‘scientific approach’.

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Cockfighting is a popular pastime in the Philippines but controversy increasingly surrounds the sector amid allegations of the murder of dozens of people by police officers. Photo: Getty Images
The Philippines

Claims of police complicity in mystery of missing Filipino cock fighters

Suspect ‘Totoy’ also claims a popular female celebrity is among those who knew about the disappearance of 34 cock fighters in 2021-22.

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Gamecocks fight during a cockfighting match at the San Pedro Coliseum in Laguna province in the Philippines, where the sport is hugely popular. Photo: AFP
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