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SBS News in Filipino, Tuesday 18 March 2025

President Duterte says he will be upfront with his health condition

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is the oldest to be elected to the post at the age of 73 Source: AAP, AP / AAP Image/AP Photo/Aaron Favila

Here are today's top stories on SBS Filipino.


Key Points
  • Duterte still in the hospital wing of the ICC Detention Facility, according to his legal counsel; Supporters call for the release of the former president.
  • Treasurer Jim Chalmers has pointed to major moves from the United States Government as a significant force driving down economic growth in Australia.
  • New South Wales murder rate is the highest it has been in a decade, with 85 murder victims in 2024 alone.

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