Rodrigo Duterte: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Digong Duterte
Born	March 28, 1945 (age 81) • Philippines
Title / Office	president (2016-), Philippines

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Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte raises a clenched fist and holds a Philippine flag while standing among supporters during a campaign event.

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