Rodrigo Duterte
Philippines
Partido Demokratiko Pilipino
President of the Philippines
government
Rodrigo Roa Duterte is a Filipino politician who served as the 16th president of the Philippines from 2016 to 2022. He served as mayor of Davao City for three non-consecutive terms between 1988 and 2016. Duterte is the first Philippine president from Mindanao, and the oldest person to assume office, beginning his term at age 71. Duterte is the chairman of PDP–Laban, the ruling party during his presidency.
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Sep 18, 2026
Lean Right
Former Philippine president makes first in-person ICC appearance, raising fitness questions.
Market liberals view Duterte's ICC trial as a test for accountability in Southeast Asia, but worry his frail health could delay justice for authoritarian abuses.
Sep 18, 2026
Center
The ICC is cracking down on 'fake news' as Duterte's crimes-against-humanity trial looms, with the tribunal managing a sprawling case and a charged media environment, according to article 11.
Pragmatists view the ICC's media crackdown as a necessary step to protect judicial integrity, but they also see it as a reminder of how Duterte's legacy continues to polarize the Philippines and test international justice mechanisms.
Jul 22, 2026
Far Right
Duterte's administration is affected by China's sanctions on his defense chief, impacting diplomatic relations.
Pro-Reform view criticizes Duterte for initially cozying up to China, now facing consequences as Beijing leverages power to undermine Philippine sovereignty.