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Duterte’s lawyers begin defence in high-stakes trial

Lawyers for Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte have opened their defence in a high-stakes trial. The daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte is also the leading contender in opinion polls for the 2028 presidential election in the country.
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