MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte served on the Board of Directors and Compensation Committee of Metro City Chow from 2022 to 2025, according to defense witness Atty. Suzette Balucanag-Punay.
During the November 11 impeachment hearing, Punay, general counsel of GenCorp Industries and Metro City Chow, testified that Duterte held positions in the company but allegedly did not attend board meetings or corporate events.
The disclosure raised questions about Duterte’s corporate involvement while serving as Vice President, particularly whether she received compensation or other financial benefits that should have been disclosed.
Senator-judges and prosecutors have been examining Duterte’s business interests and financial transactions as part of the impeachment proceedings, including potential conflicts of interest and constitutional restrictions on public officials.
However, the impeachment court has yet to determine whether Duterte’s corporate positions or any related transactions constituted a constitutional violation.
