Discussing Duterte’s arrest: Experts weigh in on the political, legal and regional implications

The Philippines Institute's webinar 'The Duterte arrest: Political, legal and regional implications' provided an in-depth discussion on the recent arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. Speakers examined the International Criminal Court's (ICC) jurisdiction over crimes against humanity, the Philippines' legal obligations, and the domestic challenges in prosecuting extrajudicial killings.

The webinar was faciliated by ANU Philippines Institute Senior Research Fellow and Professor at De la Salle University-Manila Dr. Cleo Calimbahin and also analyzed the shifting political landscape, with Duterte's arrest reshaping public opinion, including local perspectives from Davao, and affecting the upcoming midterm elections.

We would like to thank your esteemed speakers for their involvement and valuable insights: 

• Mr. Manuel L. Quezon III discussed the political implications of this arrest in the nearing May midterm elections and for the Marcos Jr. administration as a whole.

• Atty. Cecilia Jimenez-Damary discussed the rule of law and issues on the Hague’s jurisdiction on Duterte’s arrest.

• Ms. Mags Maglana discussed perspectives coming from the Davao region, and the experiences of development work under and after the Duterte administration.