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Baste Duterte to Testify in Senate Trial as Mayor, Not VP's Kin
Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte has been subpoenaed to testify before the Senate impeachment court, not in his capacity as brother of Vice President Sara Duterte, but as mayor, potentially shedding light on alleged transactions between the city government and a company linked to his sister.
MANILA, Philippines — Davao City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte was subpoenaed to testify in the Senate impeachment court not because he’s the brother of Vice President Sara Duterte but because, in his position, he might be able to explain alleged transactions between the city government and the company in which her sister had reportedly declared. This development is part of the impeachment proceedings against the Vice President, and Mayor Duterte's testimony is expected to provide crucial insights into the alleged dealings. The summons underscores the focus on the mayor's official capacity, aiming to gather information directly related to the city's transactions and any potential links to the Vice President's interests. The Duterte family's prominence in Philippine politics means such proceedings draw significant public attention, with questions often arising about governance and the intersection of public office and private business.
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