Philippine Congress starts debate that may extend Duterte term

Philippine lawmakers are proposing a shift to a federal system of government from the present unitary system, which would give the president, currently Rodrigo Duterte, two five-year terms and strong federal powers.
Philippine lawmakers are proposing a shift to a federal system of government from the present unitary system, which would give the president, currently Rodrigo Duterte, two five-year terms and strong federal powers. PHOTO: AFP