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Philippine Embassy Assists Former President Duterte in the Netherlands

ormer President Rodrigo Duterte boards plane going to an undisclosed location, a few hours after a warrant of arrest from the International Criminal Court was served by INTERPOL Manila on March 11, 2025. Contributed Photo

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<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1741807910195Screenshot 2025-03-12 at 12.29.00 PM.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Former President Rodrigo Duterte boards plane going to an undisclosed location, a few hours after a warrant of arrest from the International Criminal Court was served by INTERPOL Manila on March 11, 2025. <em>Contributed Photo</em></span></span></span></div><p>The Philippine Embassy in The Hague has provided consular assistance to former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte upon his arrival at Rotterdam Airport on a chartered flight. </p><p>Duterte was transferred into the custody of the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Judicial Cooperation Unit.</p><p>In preparation for the winter season, the Embassy supplied winter clothing, a change of clothes, and care packages for Duterte, his delegation, and the plane’s crew. The Netherlands’ immigration authorities granted two-day visas to Duterte’s escorts, including his nurse and aide, to allow them to rest and recover before their return flight. </p><p>Meanwhile, former Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, who is serving as Duterte’s legal counsel, was issued a 15-day visa. He has been granted permission to visit the former President at the ICC Detention Center in Scheveningen.</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FPHinTheNetherlands%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02Ekygp7L6XPk8vMEwgKPByRErvH9N1Mfs7f18nXBZMVfw6Y328TN6nDZdM5SGUe8vl&amp;show_text=true&amp;width=500" width="500" height="308" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>The Philippine Embassy actively coordinated with Dutch authorities to ensure the well-being of Duterte and his entourage. Officials called the attention of the ICC and the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs to emphasize the need for close monitoring of the former President’s medical and physical condition. Upon arrival, an ICC nurse, part of the reception team, consulted with Duterte’s personal nurse to discuss his health requirements. </p><p>The gathered medical information was then relayed to the ICC’s medical doctor for a comprehensive assessment upon his admission to the detention center. The Embassy also ensured that proper medical protocols would be followed throughout his stay, emphasizing the need for prompt medical intervention should any health concerns arise.</p><p>As part of its ongoing consular responsibilities, the Philippine Embassy arranged for ICC officials to provide Duterte with the direct contact details of Embassy representatives. He has been assured that assistance will be readily available if needed.</p>

<p>The Philippine Embassy in The Hague has provided consular assistance to former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte upon his arrival at Rotterdam Airport on a chartered flight. Duterte was transferred into the custody of the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Judicial Cooperation Unit.</p>

The Philippine Embassy in The Hague has provided consular assistance to former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte upon his arrival at Rotterdam Airport on a chartered flight. Duterte was transferred into the custody of the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) Judicial Cooperation Unit.

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Philippine Embassy assists former president Duterte in the Netherlands

TJ Manotoc

Published March 13, 2025 03:33 AM PHT

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Updated March 13, 2025 03:40 AM PHT

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