MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte skipped a scheduled appearance in Palo, Leyte on Friday. According to a report by News 5, former Special Assistant to the President Christopher "Bong" Go said that Duterte was not feeling well. E. Año said PRRD was not able to attend the event in Palo, Leyte due to a "very pressing commitment." @News5AKSYON pic.twitter.com/mkSTqSBNd0 — Dale De Vera (@dqdevera) February 1, 2019This is not the first time Duterte has skipped out on events. says Duterte after skipping ASEAN meetingsPalace officials, meanwhile, did not explain the exact reason the 73-year-old commander-in-chief was not at the event.

Source: Philippine Star February 01, 2019 09:56 UTC