Francis Tolentino

Francis Tolentino is the Senate Majority Leader who has been at the forefront of investigating Chinese influence on social media ahead of the May 2025 elections. He filed several bills aimed at developing the resource-rich Philippine Rise and enhancing energy security through exploration in the West Philippine Sea.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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Rep Rodriguez calls for treason charges against Infinitus over pro-China narratives

Rep. Rufus Rodriguez called for legal action against officers and board members of Infinitus Marketing Solutions, a Makati firm allegedly contracted by China to spread pro-China narratives during the West Philippine Sea dispute.
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Malaca帽ang investigates China's election interference

Malaca帽ang ordered an immediate and deeper investigation into China's alleged interference with the Philippines' midterm elections following revelations by the National Security Council.
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Senate leader alleges Chinese Embassy used firm to spread fake news

Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino alleged on Thursday that the Chinese Embassy in Manila contracted a Makati-based marketing firm to spread pro-Beijing narratives and fake news against Philippine government officials.
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NSC flags potential Chinese election interference

The National Security Council (NSC) flagged potential interference by China in the upcoming Philippine elections during a Senate hearing on Thursday, raising alarms among political groups and prompting calls for urgent investigation.
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Senators plan strategies to boost low survey rankings

Senator Francis Tolentino and other senatorial candidates under the 'Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas' discussed their plans to address low survey rankings ahead of the midterm elections.
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US trains Filipino personnel to counter maritime trafficking

US experts recently trained Filipino personnel from various agencies to enhance their ability to counter maritime trafficking of hazardous materials at seaports and respond effectively to security incidents.
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Senate probe confirms Chinese drones threaten PH waters

Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino has called for increased vigilance following new findings by the Philippine Navy (PN) regarding submersible drones recovered from various parts of the country.
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Sen Tolentino proposes National Trade Commission to study US tariff impacts

Senate Majority Leader Francis 'Tol' Tolentino has proposed establishing a National Trade Commission to help the Philippines respond to economic challenges and opportunities arising from new US tariffs.
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Senate leaders hail WPS inclusion in Google Maps as victory

Senate Majority Leader Francis 'Tol' Tolentino celebrated the inclusion of the West Philippine Sea (WPS) in Google Maps on Monday, calling it a victory for all Filipinos.
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Tolentino calls for strict speed limit enforcement after deadly crash

Re-electionist Senate Majority Leader Francis 'Tol' Tolentino called for strict enforcement of the 60 kilometer-per-hour speed limit on major thoroughfares following a deadly crash on Commonwealth Avenue in Quezon City on Sunday, April 13.
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