Rodrigo Duterte

About

Rodrigo Duterte is the 16th and current President of the Philippines, serving since 2016. Born on March 28, 1945, in Maasin, Southern Leyte, he is a lawyer and politician who has held various positions in government, including Mayor of Davao City for over two decades. Duterte's rise to power was marked by his tough stance on crime and corruption, which resonated with many Filipinos who were frustrated with the country's slow pace of progress. He ran for president on a platform of change, promising to eradicate crime and corruption, and to make the Philippines a more prosperous and respected nation. As President, Duterte has implemented a number of policies aimed at addressing the country's social and economic challenges. He has launched a war on drugs, which has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people, mostly poor and marginalized individuals. He has also implemented a number of economic reforms, including tax reforms and infrastructure development projects. Despite controversy and criticism, Duterte remains a popular figure in the Philippines, with a strong following among many Filipinos who see him as a champion of change and a leader who is willing to take bold action to address the country's problems.