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Davao

American

[dah-vou, dah-vou] / dɑˈvaʊ, ˈdɑ vaʊ /

noun

a seaport on SE Mindanao, in the S Philippines.

Davao British

/ daˈvaːo /

noun

a port in the S Philippines, in SE Mindanao. Pop: 1 326 000 (2005 est)

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Previously, during his long tenure as mayor of Davao City, Duterte was already known for extremely harsh anti‑crime and anti‑drug policies.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

She was Davao city mayor when her father was president from 2016 and 2022, and her alliance with Marcos in the 2022 elections was pivotal for both their election victories.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

In May last year, Duterte was elected mayor of Davao city despite being in prison.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

Nash Paragas, a rescuer in the eastern province of Davao Oriental, told AFP there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.

From Barron's • Jan. 7, 2026

"Lacson will try to find the cars that brought them into Davao, but even if he succeeds, it won't tell us much."

From The Pirates of Shan by Goodwin, Harold L. (Harold Leland)

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