💨 Abstract

Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. renounced his Maltese citizenship and disclosed this to Filipino authorities before taking office, as required by Philippine law. He acquired a Maltese passport in 2016, but it was renounced before his senatorial bid in 2021. Teodoro is known for his stance against China's actions in the South China Sea and has strengthened the Philippines' alliance with the United States.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff