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2026年9月22日
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Batanes Rep. Ciriaco Gato Jr. dies at 66
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Batanes lone district Representative Ciriaco Gato Jr. passed away on September 21 due to cardiac arrest at the age of 66. He was en route to a Manila hospital when he died. Gato Jr. was known for his strong stance against China's maritime claims, asserting the Filipino identity of the Ivatans.
TUGUEGARAO CITY — Batanes lone district Rep. Ciriaco Gato Jr. died on Monday, Sept. 21, due to cardiac arrest. He was 66. Gato’s relatives and friends confirmed his death, saying he died while being taken to a hospital in Manila. READ: Batanes solon disputes Chinese claim: Ivatans are Filipinos Fr. Rolando Berber Manabat, rector parish
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