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Duterte on Singapore trip: 'Stop this nonsense'
President Rodrigo Duterte denied rumors of a trip to Singapore over the weekend, calling them "nonsense" but asserting his right to travel for personal reasons.
Duterte stated that he would go to Singapore if he wished, even for private matters like attending a wake or visiting a friend, emphasizing that he would fly in and out.
He addressed the rumors during a televised address on Monday night, August 17, and media were earlier sent photos of him with his family in Davao City, with Senator Bong Go also posting a video of the President.
The President also mentioned he is "under no obligation" to keep private trips secret, especially since he would not use government funds for them.
Duterte highlighted that he has never used government funds for any personal trips outside the Philippines.
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