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Duterte given 'full support' during Dubai stopover

Gulf Today

March 14, 2025

Following directives from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), the Philippine (PH) Team in the UAE- comprising the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi, the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai, andthe Office ofthe Philippine DefenceandArmed Forces Attaché- provided fullconsularandlogistical support to former president Rodrigo Roa Duterte during his layover in Dubai on March I2, 2025.

Recognizing the significance of the former President's transit, the PH Team prepared well in advance, securing all necessary diplomatic and aviation clearances for a scheduled one-hour technical stop at Al Maktoum International Airport.

This involved close coordination with UAE authorities, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dubai Police, and airport officials, ensuring that all protocols were met for a seamless and secure transit.

Additionally, the PH Team arranged for a standby ambulance, fully equipped with medical supplies, an oxygen tank, and essential comfort provisions such as blankets and refreshments. These measures addressed any medical or logistical needs during the brief stopover.

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