00:00This is the PTV Balita Ngayon, explained by Malacanang how far the government can help in the litigation of former President Rodrigo Duterte in the International Criminal Court.
00:18Explained by PCO Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro.
00:23Although the ICC has no jurisdiction in the Philippines, it is still included in the Republic Act 9851 that as a Filipino, the government should ensure the lawful litigation of him.
00:36Malacanang also clarified that even the expenses of the complainants are not answered by the government.
00:43It can be seen that the former President Duterte was in court on March 14 in the pre-trial chamber of the ICC regarding the case of Crimes Against Humanity that was filed against him.
00:57There is no jurisdiction and after we brought the former President to the ICC, the government has no responsibility to the former President Duterte.
01:13But based on the RA 9851, as a Filipino, not only because the former President Duterte is a former President, we also need a government to ensure that there is a fair trial, especially the former President Duterte is a Filipino.
01:35Meanwhile, the Department of Health encouraged the local government units and the private sector to help fight the diseases caused by the hot weather.
01:45According to Health Secretary Ted Erbosa, LGOs and private sectors should ensure that there is a proper shade for passengers while waiting for the bus at the terminals.
01:58Erbosa also reminded that air-conditioned or ventilated transportation should be provided for the elderly, children and persons with disabilities.
02:08The Health Department issued guidelines to build cooling centers and hydration stations in certain areas.
02:17Based on the forecast, the hottest temperature in the country today could reach 44 degrees Celsius.
02:28And that is the news for now. For more updates, follow us on our social media sites at PTVPH. I am Ryan Lizigues for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.
