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Philippine Officials Face Overseas Travel Restrictions and Approvals

Philippine House Speaker Martin Romualdez has been barred from leaving the country by a court-issued Hold Departure Order. Meanwhile, Vice President Sara Duterte received Palace approval for a 22-day overseas trip, though she noted last-minute processing for some travel requests.

22 Apr, 13:50 — 23 Apr, 10:11
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VP Sara flags last-minute travel approval to 5 countries despite green light

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Oyo Assembly passes vote of confidence in Makinde

The resolution followed a session where lawmakers reaffirmed their support for the executive under Makinde and legislative leadership under Ogundoyin. The post Oyo Assembly passes vote of confidence in Makinde appeared first on Vanguard News.

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