MANILA, Philippines — Some alumni from President Rodrigo Duterte's alma mater sought for a better stand from him on the dispute in the West Philippine Sea, and urged him to retract his remarks on the issue that came under fire. Graduates of San Beda University were particularly concerned about Duterte's comments that Beijing is in possession of the country's waters. Duterte is an alumnus of San Beda Law, who obtained his degree in 1972. Signatories said the president should retract his remarks, given usually during his late night public address. "This fraternal appeal is respectfully made in answer to clarion call for San Beda, our country, and God," they added.

Source: Philippine Star May 17, 2021 06:11 UTC