Teves sought asylum in Timor Leste — DOJMANILA, Philippines — Embattled lawmaker Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr. (Negros Oriental, 3rd District) has attempted to seek asylum in Timor Leste, according to Department of Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla. Remulla learned through a letter from Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo that Teves filed an application for a protection visa with the intent of asylum in Dili, Timor Leste capital city a week ago. The information came from the Philippines' ambassador to Timor Leste. Teves entered Timor Leste a week ago trying to seek special asylum status,” Remulla said. Remulla said the department’s move to tag Teves as a terrorist could force him to return to Manila and surrender.

Source: Philippine Star May 09, 2023 18:34 UTC