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Philippine Senate

The latest news and top stories on the Philippine Senate, a prominent governmental body that serves as the upper chamber of the bicameral Congress, primarily responsible for legislative functions and oversight. Currently located in Pasay City, Metro Manila, its mission includes enacting laws, promoting good governance, and strengthening democracy. Key activities involve proposing legislation, ratifying treaties, trying impeachment cases and confirming appointments. It plays a crucial role in the nation’s checks and balances, with senators elected at large to ensure a broad national perspective.

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Philippine VP faces scrutiny over disputed funds amid bitter Marcos feud

Prosecutors have so far tried to prove that Sara Duterte-Carpio’s office could not properly account for millions of pesos in confidential funds.

Philippines’ impeachment trial: court ruling heightens stakes for VP Sara

Philippines’ impeachment showdown: why removing VP Sara could be uphill battle

Sara Duterte’s ally arrested ahead of her impeachment trial in Philippines

Rodante Marcoleta is likely to be the third Duterte supporter to be unable to join the opening of the vice-president’s trial.

Philippine Senate leadership shift leaves Sara Duterte exposed ahead of trial

Sherwin Gatchalian, an ally of President Marcos, beat Duterte backer Alan Peter Cayetano to the Senate president post.

Wave of Philippine government website hacks raises alarm over weak cybersecurity

Analysts warned that repeated breaches of high-profile state websites could erode trust even if no sensitive data was stolen.

Hacking of Philippine Senate’s website spotlights widening political crisis

In earlier messages seen on the hacked website, which has been restored, a group demanded accountability and slammed ‘corrupt networks’.

Philippine military chief vows to stay neutral as Marcos-Duterte feud deepens

Armed Forces Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jnr says the military will stay out of politics despite some unease within the ranks.

Citizen group to press for ‘transparency’ in Philippine VP’s impeachment trial

The Bantay Senado network aims to fill gaps in information, accountability and engagement, and ensure senators conduct a fair trial.

Philippine Senate power struggle veers towards crisis after Estrada arrest

The arrest has left rival blocs short of the numbers needed to act ahead of the vice-president’s impeachment trial.

Philippine lawmaker surrenders, posts bail after court orders his arrest

This will allow Senator Jinggoy Estrada to remain free while the corruption case against him proceeds.

Philippine justice chief orders arrest of senator wanted by ICC

Senator Ronald dela Rosa is a former national police chief who enforced then-president Rodrigo Duterte’s bloody crackdown against drugs.

Philippines’ top court rejects Dela Rosa’s bid to block ICC arrest warrant

The ruling clears the way for the apprehension of the former police chief, main enforcer of ex-president Rodrigo Duterte’s war on drugs.

Philippine Senate guards investigated for firing shots as fugitive senator fled

The officer identified as firing the first shot was a classmate of Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who escaped in the chaos.

How Philippine Senate leadership battle will shape Sara Duterte’s trial

The vice-president’s impeachment trial starts amid chaos in the Senate from leadership battles and the fallout from her father’s ICC case.

Philippine senator wanted by ICC flees from Senate

Senator Ronald dela Rosa’s exit from the heavily guarded Senate came after volleys of gunshots were fired on Wednesday night.

Gunshots fired in stand-off at Philippine Senate over ICC suspect

Chaos mounted in anticipation of an attempt to arrest Senator Ronald dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court.

‘Accountability is coming’: dela Rosa flight piles pressure on Duterte camp

Dela Rosa evading the ICC arrest and the Senate leadership coup could mark a turning point for a Duterte camp under siege, analysts say.

Philippine senator escapes arrest as ICC confirms drug war warrant

Senator Ronald Dela Rosa will be treated as if in the custody of the Senate.

Philippine VP’s impeachment case heads to plenary vote amid coercion claims

Duterte-Carpio’s camp has accused administration allies of pressuring legislators to support the impeachment or risk withdrawal of funds.

Amid Chinese embassy row, Philippines eyes boosting Spratlys population

Filipino leaders from Kalayaan and Chinese embassy officials in Manila have clashed over entry bans for personnel on either side.

Singapore’s S$1 million public flats, Philippine Senate vote: 7 Asia highlights

From S$1 million government flats in Singapore to Philippines’ impeachment case, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

In the Philippines, AI fakes duel over VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment

Even after being exposed as fakes, supporters of Sara Duterte remained unfazed, claiming the AI-generated content still made a valid point.