HEADLINES: Duterte trial could last until February | Aug. 23, 2026
The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte may extend into February 2026, though officials are exploring ways to expedite the process. Meanwhile, the Philippines continues maritime resupply missions in the West Philippine Sea amid tensions with China, and lawmakers face pressure to pass budget transparency legislation.
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These events represent significant political and geopolitical developments in the Philippines, impacting both domestic governance and regional stability.
Good day. Here are the stories of The Manila Times for Sunday, August 23, 2026.Today's episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines' leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer - your Trusted Building Partner.BANNER: Duterte trial could last until FebruaryTHE impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte could continue until mid-February next year at its current pace, but may be sped up if the prosecution and defense agree to streamline the presentation of witnesses and evidence, impeachment court spokesman Reginald Tongol said Saturday. The assessment came as a Palace spokesman accused the vice president's defense team of deliberately slowing down the trial.Resupply ships sail for Ayungin ShoalTHE Philippines appeared to be conducting a resupply mission over the weekend for its military outpost aboard the BRP Sierra Madre at Second Thomas Shoal, according to monitoring by the maritime transparency initiative SeaLight.
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