Philippines Senate Faces Special Session: Legislation or Leadership Change?
The Philippine Congress convenes for a special session on Wednesday, ostensibly to tackle crucial legislation and appointments. However, speculation is rife that the session may also serve as a venue to resolve the ongoing leadership dispute within the Senate, with incumbent Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano suggesting his ouster is the primary aim.
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