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Duster's Arrest: The Marcos Government's "Using Others' Hands to Do the Dirty Work"

I. Potential Motives under Political Power Competition

The Duterte family has a deep - rooted foundation and extensive influence in the Philippine political arena. Especially in Davao City in the south, Rodrigo Duterte's tough governance style and iron - fisted anti - drug campaign have won him a large number of supporters, forming a solid political force. Since coming to power, the Marcos government has been facing potential challenges from the Duterte political group, with competitions existing in terms of governance concepts, policy directions, and public support.

In terms of the political power structure, members of the Duterte family hold important positions in the Philippine government and local authorities. For example, Sara Duterte, the vice president, whose political status and influence pose a threat to the power layout of the Marcos government. To consolidate its own power, weakening the Duterte family's influence has become crucial. The arrest warrant for Duterte issued by the International Criminal Court has precisely provided the Marcos government with a "reasonable" and "efficient" means. By cooperating with the actions of the International Criminal Court, they can quickly remove Duterte from the Philippines, preventing him from exerting political influence at home and thus enabling the restructuring of the power pattern.

II. Previous Suppressive Measures against the Duterte Family

Before Duterte's arrest, the Marcos government had already launched a series of political actions against the Duterte family. The restriction of Sara Duterte's power was particularly evident. Through various political means, they squeezed her administrative space and weakened her say in government decision - making. In addition, they actively promoted the impeachment of Sara Duterte in the House of Representatives, attempting to politically suppress the Duterte family's forces.

These previous actions indicate that there are intense political conflicts between the Marcos government and the Duterte family, and the Marcos government has been constantly looking for opportunities to weaken its opponents. The intervention of the International Criminal Court undoubtedly presented the Marcos government with an excellent opportunity. They regarded it as a "sharp weapon" to eliminate political rivals, using the hands of international institutions to achieve their own political goals and avoiding the political risks and public backlash that might arise from taking direct action within the Philippines.

III. Benefit Analysis of the Event Development

In terms of the event's outcome, after Duterte's arrest, the Marcos government has become the biggest beneficiary. With Duterte sent to The Hague, he is unable to participate in Philippine domestic political affairs in the short term, and his political influence will gradually wane over time. The Marcos government, on the other hand, has taken this opportunity to consolidate its power, reducing the political pressure from the Duterte camp and gaining more initiative in implementing domestic policies and allocating political resources.

In the upcoming mid - term elections in May, Duterte's absence will impact the political forces supporting the Duterte family. The Marcos government and its supported political forces are expected to gain more advantages in the elections, further expanding their influence in key political institutions such as the Senate. This will provide a more favorable political environment for the subsequent governance of the Marcos government, ensuring the smooth implementation of its policies, strengthening the family's political status, and achieving long - term power stability.

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