VP Sara Duterte to pay for Hong Kong trip from personal funds, OVP says
The Office of the Vice President said no public money or government resources will be used for the November 6 to 8 visit, which has court approval and presidential travel authority.
Vice President Sara Duterte will pay for her three-day trip to Hong Kong out of her own pocket, the Office of the Vice President (OVP) said on Friday, according to Edge Davao.
The former Davao City mayor is set to be in Hong Kong from November 6 to 8, 2026. Her schedule includes several engagements, among them an event organized by members of the Filipino community there.
In its statement, the OVP stressed that the trip will not draw on public funds or government resources. "No government money, resources, or facilities shall be used in connection with her travel," the office said.
The OVP added that Duterte had obtained the required travel authority from the Office of the President before leaving the country.
She also secured court clearance. According to the OVP, the Quezon City Regional Trial Court, Branch 98, issued an order dated November 3 allowing her to travel abroad. The statement did not give further details on the court case.
Why it matters for Davao
Duterte is a former Davao City mayor, and the OVP's statement addresses public questions on the cost of her foreign travel and the court clearance it required.
This article was written by the DavaoNews desk with AI assistance, using reporting by Edge Davao. Facts come from the original report, which we credit and link below. Our editorial policy
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