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Harry Roque seeks asylum in The Netherlands

inquirer.net —

Harry Roque, former spokesperson for ex-President Rodrigo Duterte, plans to apply for asylum in The Netherlands. He announced this decision during a press conference, stating he will seek international protection. Roque is implicated in a human trafficking case linked to the Pogo hub Lucky South 99 Corp. He also faces a contempt citation from the House of Representatives for not submitting financial documents. Upon filing his asylum application, Roque will have protection from deportation and prosecution for illegal entry, although he claims he entered the country legally.

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    Harry Roque seeks asylum in the Netherlands (inquirer.net)
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    Rights group opposes Roque's asylum in Netherlands (inquirer.net)
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    Roque's asylum bid criticized as evading accountability (inquirer.net)
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    Harry Roque seeks asylum in the Netherlands (gmanetwork.com)
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    Duterte supporters encouraged to demand Harry Roque's return (inquirer.net)
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    Castro suggests Duterte supporters also welcome Harry Roque (inquirer.net)
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