THE HOUSE of Representatives has approved a travel clearance for Davao City Representative Paolo Duterte, allowing him to embark on a personal trip to 16 countries and Hong Kong from March 20 to May 10, 2025.
According to a copy of the travel clearance issued by House Secretary General Reginald Velasco, Representative Duterte’s itinerary includes: Hong Kong People’s Republic of China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Republic of Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Cambodia, United States of America, Australia, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, and Singapore.
“As requested, travel clearance is hereby granted to the Honorable Paolo Z. Duterte, Representative, 1st District, Davao City, in connection with his personal trip,” the clearance stated.
This travel clearance comes as Representative Duterte’s father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, remains detained in The Hague, Netherlands, facing charges of alleged crimes against humanity.