MANILA, Philippines — Former senator Rodolfo ‘Pong’ Biazon, who dedicated his life to defending freedom and democracy, died on Monday, his family announced. ADVERTISEMENT“It is with deep sadness that we announce that the bell has rung and the last Taps [have] been sung for General Rodolfo Gaspar Biazon,” said Muntinlupa City Mayor Ruffy Biazon in a statement. During Corazon “Cory” Aquino’s administration, the senior Biazon held the position of Chief of Staff for the Armed Forces of the Philippines. On Sunday, June 11, Mayor Biazon asked for prayers for his father, who was still in hospital. Biazon’s aide had discovered the plans and received orders from higher-ups to shoot Biazon if he decided to defect.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer June 12, 2023 16:20 UTC