Veteran journalist seeks transfer of cyberlibel case, citing safety concerns in Davao
Veteran journalist Philip Lustre is seeking to transfer his cyberlibel case, filed by the husband of the Vice President, from Davao City to Metro Manila. Lustre cited safety concerns in Davao and questioned the impartiality of the local judiciary.
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