Philippine Senate Orders Arrest of Mayor Alice Guo

The Philippine Senate has ordered the arrest of Mayor Alice Guo for her alleged ties to Chinese criminal syndicates and suspicions of being a Chinese spy, prompting a national investigation amid tensions with Beijing. Guo, the mayor of Bamban, faced contempt for failing to appear at hearings probing her involvement with online gambling and cybercrime activities linked to her. Questions regarding her Philippine citizenship and potential Chinese identity have surfaced, with authorities freezing her assets and preparing for her arrest. The case highlights concerns over illegal gambling operations in the Philippines, triggering calls for stricter regulation and scrutiny of Chinese-run offshore gambling operators.