Mr. Robert Joseph, Jr., president of the Rotary Club of Manila (RCM); Mr. Herminio Esguerra, chairman of the program committee; the board of directors; officers, members and guests; ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon.
I have been invited today to talk about financial forecasts for 2021 amid the pandemic. But before I present the economic prospects over the near term, let us briefly step back and take a look at the past year.
First, I will go through recent economic developments and trends. Second, I will share some views on the likely path of the economy, keeping in mind the highly uncertain environment we are in now. Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to update the RCM members on the BSP s initiatives and advocacies.
My Lords, can I answer one at a time?
Kwasi Anin Yeboah, Chief Justice
Tsatsu Tsikata, lead counsel for the petitioner in the 2020 presidential election petition, had a tough day yesterday, as he was asked several questions from the Bench at almost the same time, such that he had to plead to “answer one at a time.”
Whilst on his feet arguing his case, the Bench, on the other hand interjected with questions for clarifications. But it appeared Tsatsu could not accommodate those questions considering the pace at which they were thrown to him.
It appeared as though he does not finish answering one question when the other follows. Thus, his outburst to the Bench: “My Lords, can I answer one at a time?”
Transcript of arguments for and against Nunoo-Mettle’s witness statement & ruling by court
Supreme Court
The court started at 10 a.m. when the various representatives of the petitioner and the respondents introduced themselves. Mr Aseidu Nketiah re-presented the petitioner, John Dramani Mahama, Mrs Jean Mensa represented the first respondent, Electoral Commission (EC), while Mr Peter Mac Manu represented the second respondent, President Akufo-Addo.
Counsel for the Petitioner, Tsatsu Tsikata: My Lords, our next witness is Mr Robert Joseph Mettle-Nunoo, and he is appearing remotely, and I believe he can be connected.
Lawyer Tsatsu Tsikata
(Efforts being made to get him connected via Zoom from an undisclosed location).
Distinguished Policy Veterans Examine Implications of Iran Diplomat’s Terrorism Conviction, Urge a Firm Iran Policy
NCRI-US holds a virtual briefing featuring distinguished policy figures to address the implications of the Belgian court’s conviction of Iran diplomat for terrorism, present evidence of Iranian Foreign Ministry’s role in 2018 Paris bombing plot.
NCRI-US briefing showcases evidence of Iranian Foreign Ministry’s role in 2018 Paris bomb plot targeting Resistance leader Maryam Rajavi
This is a historic ruling against the entirety of the regime. It is time to hold Foreign Minister Javad Zarif to account; the Foreign Ministry he heads has been consistently involved in terrorism.”