Philippines' Marcos Removes VP Sara Duterte and Rodrigo Duterte from National Security Council via Executive Order 81

Jan 3, 2025, 09:02 AM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines has signed an Executive Order reorganizing the National Security Council (NSC), resulting in the removal of Vice President Sara Duterte and former President Rodrigo Duterte from the advisory body. This decision follows a notable rift between Marcos and Duterte, who were previously allies. The order, identified as EO 81, officially excludes both Dutertes from the NSC, which is responsible for national security plans and policies.