Wrap up VP trial by year-end, biz leader urges Senate

Inquirer.net - Oct 19, 2026

The chair of a leading business group hopes the Senate would be able to conclude Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial before year-end, warning that prolonging the proceedings into 2027 could distract lawmakers from their legislative duties and scrutiny of the national budget. Makati Business Club (MBC) chair Edgar Chua welcomed the prosecution’s decision to

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