ICC Hearings for Rodrigo Duterte
Analysis based on 18 articles · First reported Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated Feb 23, 2026
This event has a limited direct impact on financial markets, as it primarily concerns legal proceedings against a former head of state. However, it could indirectly affect investor sentiment towards the Philippines if the proceedings highlight significant political instability or human rights concerns, potentially influencing foreign direct investment or sovereign risk assessments.
The International — International Criminal Court has begun pre-trial hearings to determine if there is sufficient evidence to try former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte for crimes against humanity. The charges stem from his 'war on drugs' campaign, which allegedly resulted in thousands of extrajudicial killings between 2013 and 2018, both during his tenure as mayor of Philippines — Davao City and as president of the Philippines. Rodrigo Duterte, who was arrested in Manila and is currently held at Scheveningen Prison, denies the charges and has waived his right to appear in court. The International — International Criminal Court's jurisdiction over the Philippines is contested, as the Philippines withdrew from the court in 2019 under Rodrigo Duterte's instructions, though the court maintains jurisdiction for crimes committed between 2011 and 2019. Human Rights Watch and victims' families view these hearings as a critical step towards justice.
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