Sara Duterte linked to Jollibee franchises; SALN, SEC docs clash
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Sara Duterte linked to Jollibee franchises; SALN, SEC docs clash

Multiple Jollibee outlets in Davao City appear to be owned by a company linked to Vice President Sara Duterte, with receipts presented during an impeachment trial identifying Gencorp Industries Inc. as the owner. However, discrepancies exist between her Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) and corporate filings.

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