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Palace Confirms VP Sara Duterte Canceled Japan Travel Authority

Change in travel plans raises safety concerns for the Vice President.

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Mateo Dela Cruz

August 18, 20262 min read105 views
Palace Confirms VP Sara Duterte Canceled Japan Travel Authority
Vice President Sara Duterte has canceled her travel plans to Japan.
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The Office of the Press Secretary has confirmed that Vice President Sara Duterte has canceled her travel authority to Japan, originally set for August 19 to 24. Undersecretary Claire Castro communicated this change via Viber.

Duterte, who planned the trip as a personal visit, stated that her plans had changed and she promptly notified the Office of the President.

Publishing my schedule is a matter of serious concern as it compromises my safety.

Sara Duterte, Vice President of the Philippines

The Vice President's remarks about safety concerns reflect a broader issue regarding the transparency of travel schedules for high-ranking officials. It raises questions about the balance between public access to information and the security of those in office.

  • Travel authority canceled due to changed plans
  • Duterte emphasizes safety concerns over schedule disclosure