Economics

Duterte Claims Big Philippine Win Amid Doubts on Economic Smarts

  • Tough-talking mayor has focused on pledge to curb crime, graft
  • Vice presidential vote count remains too close to call

What Duterte's Victory Could Mean for the Philippines

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Rodrigo Duterte, the tough-talking mayor who claimed a decisive win in the Philippine presidential election, has begun to flesh out his likely inner circle as investors seek clarity on his economic policies.

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