57% of Filipinos support Philippines rejoining ICC

According to a recent OCTA Research survey released on Monday and a Tugon ng Masa nationwide survey conducted from April 20 to 24, 57% of Filipinos support the country's rejoining the International Criminal Court (ICC), while 37% oppose it and 6% are undecided.

Support for rejoining the ICC is particularly strong in Metro Manila, Balance Luzon, and the Visayas, with at least 60% of respondents backing the move, whereas only 30% support it in Mindanao where opposition stands at 66%

A lawyer said that the survey results indicate public hunger for justice, especially since there is a pending case before the international tribunal involving former President Rodrigo Duterte.

The Philippines needs to sign and gain Senate concurrence to rejoin the ICC, which involves two-thirds approval from the Senate. This process could be complicated due to political considerations.

Former President Rodrigo Duterte is currently in custody of the ICC facing crimes against humanity charges over his war on drugs.