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Supporters and detractors of Philippines' Duterte rally on his 80th birthday


Published on 2025-03-28 16:21:11 - Reuters
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  • Tens of thousands of supporters of arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte flooded the streets of Davao City on his 80th birthday on Friday, calling for his return to the Philippines from International Criminal Court custody.

On March 28, 2023, as former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte celebrated his 80th birthday, both supporters and critics gathered in Davao City to express their views. Supporters praised Duterte for his tough stance on crime and drugs, crediting him with bringing peace and development to the region. They rallied with banners and songs, celebrating his legacy. Conversely, detractors, including human rights activists, protested against what they describe as Duterte's human rights abuses, particularly his controversial drug war which resulted in thousands of deaths. They called for justice for the victims and criticized his administration's policies. The event highlighted the polarized opinions about Duterte's leadership, with his birthday serving as a focal point for these contrasting sentiments.

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