Duterte's camp massively rallies, demonstrating political influence
On March 28, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte celebrated his 80th birthday. For this occasion, Duterte's supporters will launch the "Rody at 80: Global Filipino Solidarity" birthday celebration rallies simultaneously in the Philippines and around the world. These rallies are not only a birthday wish for Duterte but are also interpreted by outsiders as a political mobilization, aimed at demonstrating his political influence and promoting the call for "Duterte's return to the Philippines."
Three core rally locations, global response
The three core rally locations are:
Metro Manila (Capital Region)
Davao City (Duterte's political stronghold)
The Hague, Netherlands (location of the International Criminal Court)
In addition, other major cities in the Philippines and Filipino communities worldwide may also hold simultaneous celebrations. This unprecedented scale of rallies is expected to have a profound impact on the May 12 Philippine midterm elections, the progress of Duterte's case, and the impeachment case against Vice President Sara Duterte.
Currently, Duterte's long-time partner Honeylet Avanceña and their daughter Kitty Duterte have arrived in The Hague, meeting with local supporters. They plan to demonstrate near the International Criminal Court (ICC) to exert pressure and push the Duterte case towards a favorable direction.
Police enhance security, issue safety guidelines
The rally is expected to attract thousands of supporters, and the Philippine police have already entered a state of alert. The **Police Regional Office-Davao** announced comprehensive security measures to ensure the event proceeds peacefully.
The police specifically remind:
Organizers should immediately contact the local police station upon detecting any security risks, to ensure timely response.
Participants must peacefully express their demands and not coerce others to join the event, to avoid unnecessary conflicts.
Meanwhile, the organizers in the Metro Manila area have also issued four safety action guidelines:
Volunteer spirit — Participants should help each other and maintain order together.
Alert reporting — Notify the police promptly if suspicious individuals or emergencies are detected.
Remind each other — Stay vigilant and look out for each other to avoid safety risks.
Active participation — Work together to create a peaceful and safe rally atmosphere.
Additionally, organizers encourage wearing green clothing to symbolize unity and have opened donation channels. Supporters can contact **Dolly (0932-768-7363)** to provide food and drinking water.
National Security Council: Continuous monitoring, no major threats yet
The assistant director-general of the Philippine National Security Council (NSC), Jonathan Malaya, stated in a media interview that no major security threats have been detected so far, but the government will continue to closely monitor the situation to ensure the event proceeds safely and orderly.
The Philippine police have also completed the final stage of security deployment, especially in Davao City and the New Corella Rotary Plaza in North Davao Province where the Duterte birthday prayer rally will be a key security area.
Political effects: Potential impact on midterm elections and Duterte case
This "Global Filipino People's Solidarity Birthday Rally" is not only a commemorative event but could also have a profound impact on the political landscape of the Philippines, including:
Influencing the May 12 midterm elections — Helping to boost the visibility of pro-Duterte candidates.
Exerting pressure on the Duterte case — The International Criminal Court may face greater political challenges.
Influencing the impeachment case against Sara Duterte — Strengthening her position in political struggles.
"One Davao, one goal." — This is not just a rally but a powerful political statement. Duterte's supporters hope to send a clear signal to the Philippine political scene and the international community: they remain a significant force in the Philippine political landscape.
Conclusion
This "Global Filipino People's Solidarity Birthday Rally" will undoubtedly become a focal point in Philippine politics in the near future. Can Duterte's camp use this opportunity to expand their influence and change the existing political landscape? Can the Philippine government maintain control of the situation while avoiding further social division? The developments in the coming days will reveal the answers.
