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Suspension of VFA abrogation ‘prudent decision’: solon
June 15, 2021, 5:15 pm
MANILA – A lawmaker at the House of Representatives on Tuesday said suspending the abrogation of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) for six more months for the purposes of evaluating the deal was a “prudent decision” on the part of President Rodrigo Duterte. In a statement, Muntinlupa Rep.… Read More
US welcomes postponed VFA termination
June 15, 2021, 10:49 am
MANILA – The United States government welcomed on Tuesday President Rodrigo Duterte's decision to postpone the termination of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) for six more months. In a statement sent to reporters, the US Embassy in Manila said, "Our alliance continues to contribute not only… Read More
Halt of VFA abrogation to give PH more time to study pact: DND
June 15, 2021, 10:00 am
MANILA – The Philippines will get six more months to review the advantages and disadvantages of having a Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the United States, Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana said on Monday night. Lorenzana made the comment in reaction to President Rodrigo Duterte's… Read More
VFA abrogation suspended anew: Locsin
June 14, 2021, 11:03 pm
MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte has suspended the abrogation of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States for another six months, Foreign Affairs Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. announced Monday. The Filipino top diplomat said the chief executive relayed… Read More
VFA fate depends on US explanation on role in 2012 standoff
June 9, 2021, 8:09 am
MANILA – The United States’ explanation about its role in the 2012 Scarborough Shoal standoff between the Philippines and China will factor into President Rodrigo Duterte’s decision on the fate of the controversial Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA). Duterte, in an interview with SMNI’s… Read More
'Improvement' in VFA talks cited; approval now up to PRRD
June 4, 2021, 1:13 pm
MANILA – Hopes are up for the continuation of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) as Philippine Ambassador to Washington, DC Jose Manuel Romualdez cites "improvement" in the series of negotiations since its termination was suspended in November 2020. "In the provisions, I'm afraid I don't have… Read More
Duterte ‘pondering’ on VFA reconsideration as PH awaits vaccines
May 31, 2021, 5:02 pm
MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte is still “pondering” on the possible reconsideration of the Philippines’ Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the United States (US) after the White House announced that it will be giving the country free surplus of Covid-19 vaccines, Malacañang said on… Read More
Duterte carefully weighing VFA reconsideration
March 9, 2021, 4:38 pm
MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte is carefully weighing the possible reconsideration of the Philippines’ Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the United States (US), Malacañang said on Tuesday. This, after Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez said the US’ aid package to… Read More
US support to AFP modernization continuous: PH envoy
March 5, 2021, 6:20 pm
MANILA – While the future of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) is still uncertain, the United States will continue to support the modernization of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Philippine Ambassador to Washington DC Jose Manuel Romualdez said Friday. Within the year, Romualdez… Read More
Duterte to scrap VFA if proven US brought nuke armaments to PH
February 28, 2021, 11:20 pm
MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday said he would immediately terminate the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States (US) of America the moment he receives proof that American troops have brought nuclear armaments into the country. In a press… Read More
House leader urges Duterte to maintain VFA
February 26, 2021, 1:31 pm
MANILA – Deputy Speaker Rufus Rodriguez on Friday urged President Rodrigo Duterte to maintain the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States. Rodriguez said he believes that most Filipinos not only support the agreement but also want the government to… Read More
PRRD wants Pinoys to understand consequences of keeping VFA
February 25, 2021, 3:08 pm
MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte wants Filipinos to understand the possible consequences of keeping the Philippines’ Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the United States (US), Malacañang said Thursday. This, after Duterte sought public opinion on the VFA before deciding on the fate of the… Read More
Duterte ‘undecided’ on VFA fate, seeks public opinion
February 24, 2021, 11:56 pm
MANILA – “Undecided” on the fate of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States (US), President Rodrigo Duterte said he wants public input on the controversial defense deal. In a public address delivered Wednesday night, Duterte sought to consult the… Read More
‘Common sense’ dictates need to back Duterte’s payment demand
February 21, 2021, 5:50 pm
MANILA – Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Salvador Panelo on Sunday insisted that those criticizing President Rodrigo Duterte’s demand for the United States (US) to pay the Philippines for hosting American troops should allow the chief executive to “strategize” since it was part of his… Read More
PRRD decision on VFA hinges on Filipinos’ welfare
February 20, 2021, 3:40 pm
MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte will decide on the fate of the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the national interest and welfare of Filipinos in mind. Senator Christopher “Bong” Go said whatever decision the President will come up with should be respected. The VFA with the United… Read More
‘Right timing' for US to save VFA: Palace
February 18, 2021, 4:30 pm
MANILA – Malacañang on Thursday believed that it is the “right timing” for the United States to accept President Rodrigo Duterte’s demand for payment for the continuation of its Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the Philippines. Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque issued the… Read More
AFP must be able to stand alone even without VFA: Sobejana
February 18, 2021, 12:13 pm
MANILA – The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) should be able to stand alone even if the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) between the Philippines and the United States is abrogated. "Well as an organization, as (the) AFP we should be able to stand alone because we cannot be so dependent on… Read More
Cayetano urges public to trust Duterte's VFA position
February 17, 2021, 7:55 pm
MANILA – Taguig-Pateros Rep. Alan Peter Cayetano on Wednesday urged the public to trust President Rodrigo Duterte’s handling of the Philippines’ Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the United States. In an interview, Cayetano said Duterte has the best interest of the Philippines at heart… Read More
Unsurprising for Lacson to justify ‘flawed’ stance on VFA: Panelo
February 17, 2021, 3:40 pm
MANILA – It was not surprising for Senator Panfilo Lacson to justify his “flawed” position that the abrogation of the Philippines’ Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) with the United States (US) needs the Senate’s concurrence, Chief Presidential Legal Counsel Salvador Panelo said Wednesday.… Read More
PRRD knows qualities needed to be president: Roque
February 17, 2021, 1:54 pm
MANILA – President Rodrigo R. Duterte, being the country’s chief executive, knows the qualities a person should possess to lead the country, Malacañang said Wednesday to defend his recent statement that Vice President Maria Leonor “Leni” Robredo is not qualified to be his successor.… Read More
