The Philippine government has protested the depiction of a fictional leader of its country who makes a pass at the female US Secretary of State in the CBS drama Madam Secretary.
“This highly negative portrayal of our Head of State not only casts doubt on the respectability of the Office of the Philippine President but also denigrates the way our nation navigates foreign affairs,” the Philippine Embassy said.
While the Philippines has had two female presidents in its history, Duterte has been criticised for making crude and sexist remarks.
“It also tarnishes the Philippines’ longstanding advocacy for women’s rights and gender equality.”