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Maria Lourdes Sereno - Former Supreme Court Chief Justice, Philippines

Stephen Sackur speaks to former chief justice of the Philippines Maria Lourdes Sereno, who was removed by her fellow justices about justice and democracy under Rodrigo Duterte.

Rodrigo Duterte has been President of the Philippines for two years. His war on drugs has cost thousands of lives, with his human rights record attracting international condemnation, and prompting charges of authoritarianism. Yet he has an approval rating unheard of in most democracies.

Stephen Sackur speaks to former chief justice of the Philippines Maria Lourdes Sereno, who was removed from the Supreme Court by her fellow justices. Was that a victory against official corruption or a devastating Duterte-inspired blow to democracy?

30 minutes

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Role Contributor
Presenter Stephen Sackur
Interviewed Guest Maria Lourdes Sereno

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