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Prosecutor: 6-hour questioning of AMLC witness due to Defense's objections
The direct examination of Anti-Money Laundering Council Executive Director Ronel Buenaventura took six hours on Monday due to numerous objections by the defense, House prosecutor Terry Ridon of Bicol Saro Party-list said on Tuesday.
Apec finance ministers to meet in Hong Kong
Chief Executive John Lee on Tuesday said the government would work to deliver a high-quality experience for all participants at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Finance Ministers' Meeting, which will be held in Hong Kong between October 20 and 21. Lee said the Ministry of Finance in Beijing was handling the registration and accreditation of participants, and that the meeting would be co-organised by the SAR government and the ministry. The meeting will build on discussions from other Apec financial meetings and cover topics including global and regional macroeconomic conditions, fiscal policies to support people's livelihoods and digital infrastructure financing. The ministry will arrange hotel accommodation, transport and reception services in line with Apec guidelines, Lee said, adding that the SAR government would assist delegations with their registration procedures and work closely with the ministry throughout the process. The chief executive thanked the central government for its trust in the SAR government in hosting the event. Edited by Tony Sabine
Apec finance ministers to meet in Hong Kong
Chief Executive John Lee on Tuesday said the government would work to deliver a high-quality experience for all participants at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) Finance Ministers' Meeting, which will be held in Hong Kong between October 20 and 21. Lee said the Ministry of Finance in Beijing was handling the registration and accreditation of participants, and that the meeting would be co-organised by the SAR government and the ministry. The meeting will build on discussions from other Apec financial meetings and cover topics including global and regional macroeconomic conditions, fiscal policies to support people's livelihoods and digital infrastructure financing. The ministry will arrange hotel accommodation, transport and reception services in line with Apec guidelines, Lee said, adding that the SAR government would assist delegations with their registration procedures and work closely with the ministry throughout the process. The chief executive thanked the central government for its trust in the SAR government in hosting the event. Edited by Tony Sabine
Sara Duterte lawyer apologizes to senator-judges over remarks on confidentiality rules
Defense counsel Mark Vinluan apologized Tuesday to senator-judges over his remarks during the cross examination of Executive Director Ronel Buenaventura of the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), wherein the former repeatedly pointed out that disclosure of bank transactions could mean jail time for all those who will use the information.
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Malaysia’s queen comforts family of girl found dead at school, pledges to get justice
The father of 16-year-old Irene Sofiya said he drew comfort from Malaysia’s Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah and her assurance that she would do what she can to help seek justice for his daughter. Mohd Khairool Faisal Khyar, 42, said he deeply appreciated the queen’s concern and words of encouragement during her visit to the family home in Kampung Selamat, Johor, on Monday. “Raja Zarith Sofiah was very considerate and we greatly appreciate what she said to our family during this difficult period for us....
VP Sara Duterte's camp: AMLC exec's testimony doesn't prove money illegally sourced
The camp of Vice President Sara Duterte on Tuesday shrugged off claims that the testimony of Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) Executive Director Ronel Buenaventura during the impeachment trial supposedly confirmed the allegations made by former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV, saying that the witness did not prove that the funds were illegally sourced.
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Alex Eala makes Paris Fashion Week debut at Chanel show
Alex Eala has gone from wearing Chanel earrings at a historic press conference to attending the French fashion house's show during Paris Fashion Week.
How Christian Networks in Asia Are Shaping Support for Israel
As Israel faces growing pressure in the West, Eagles’ Wings mission brings Christian leaders from across the globe to show support for the Jewish people and Israel