Philippines’ President Rodrigo Duterte delivers his pre-departure message before leaving for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit in Laos at the Davao International Airport in Davao city, Philippines. Photo: ReutersBangkok/Manila: Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has threatened to swear at US President Barack Obama, dangled the prospect of leaving the United Nations (UN) and insulted the pope, all without leaving the country. The meetings will be attended by Obama plus leaders from South-east Asian nations, Russia, China and Japan. Duterte and Obama planned to meet at Laos. “Duterte is always ready for criticisms,” said Benito Lim, a political science professor from Ateneo de Manila University.

Source: Mint September 06, 2016 14:37 UTC