AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEconomic Slowdown: Philippine growth slipped to 2.1% in the third quarter, its fifth straight quarter of deceleration, putting the government’s already-lowered annual target further out of reach. Sara Duterte Impeachment: The vice president’s defense has begun presenting its case on alleged unexplained wealth; lead prosecutor Gerville Luistro says her husband, Mans Carpio, should testify about disputed assets and financial records. ASEAN Summit: Marcos will host Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Nov. 14–15 ahead of the Manila summit. The MMDA has announced road closures near the convention venues from Nov. 15–18. Separately, the DFA urged officials to follow Marcos’ China policy, drawing criticism from Leila de Lima, who said the statement risked limiting public discussion of maritime disputes. Public Accountability: Newly appointed DPWH chief Giovanni Lopez removed four district engineers over corruption allegations or false project documents, including certificates for 59 projects deemed unimplementable.
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