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President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos, Jr. (PHOTO”Official Facebook page of PCO)
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday said that law enforcement agencies will guarantee the safety and welfare of Mary Jane Veloso, who returned to Manila earlier that day after being detained in Indonesia for almost 15 years.
In a statement, the President also reiterated his gratitude to the Indonesian government for allowing Veloso’s transfer of custody to the Philippines.
Article continues after this advertisement“We take this opportunity to extend our gratitude to the Indonesian government and to all who have extended assistance for the welfare of Ms. Mary Jane Veloso,” Marcos said.
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Marcos further said that the successful transfer of Veloso was made possible by the Philippines’ “strong friendship and cooperation” with the Indonesian government.
Article continues after this advertisementVeloso, convicted of drug trafficking in Indonesia, was placed in the custody of Philippine officials on the evening of December 17.
Article continues after this advertisementShe was accompanied by officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs, National Bureau of Investigation, Bureau of Immigration, and Bureau of Corrections upon her return to Manila around 5:40 a.m. on December 18.
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Article continues after this advertisementStraight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Veloso was transferred to the Correctional Institution for Women (CIW) in Mandaluyong City, where she will be detained.
The convoy transporting Veloso arrived at the CIW at 7:06 a.m.
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