MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Vice President (OVP) can rely on courtesy and respect during the 2027 budget deliberations despite the ongoing impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. House Assistant Majority Leader Zia Alonto Adiong gave the assurance on Sunday in an interview over AM radio DZBB’s “Bantay Balita sa Kongreso” with Nimfa Ravelo and Isa Avendaño-Umali. According to Alonto Adiong, who is also a vice chairperson of the House Committee on Appropriations, the chamber has consistently treated Duterte’s office with respect. Citing Duterte’s absence from the 2026 plenary budget deliberations, he said: “The mere fact that we […]...Keep on reading: OVP can rely on courtesy in budget talks despite impeachment trial