VP Sara Duterte Confirms New ICC Visit Request for Father
Vice President Sara Duterte has confirmed filing a new request with the International Criminal Court (ICC) to allow her to visit her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, in December. She also emphasized the importance of diplomatic dialogue in Philippine-China relations.
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