45K FLOCK TO DUTERTES’ ANNUAL GIFT-GIVING EVENT
Tens of thousands of people reportedly gathered for the Duterte family’s annual gift-giving event, with local estimates placing the crowd at around 45,000 attendees. The activity was held in Davao City, where the Dutertes have long maintained a strong political base. According to initial data from local officials, the event followed its usual format of distributing food packs and other basic goods to residents. Organizers described it as a yearly tradition meant to extend assistance during the holiday season. Authorities said the gathering proceeded under coordination with city departments responsible for public safety and order.
The event is drawing public attention because it combines charity activities with the presence of prominent political figures. Members of the Duterte family remain influential in national and local politics, so their large-scale public gatherings are closely watched. Based on preliminary reports, the gift-giving drew participants from various barangays, many of whom lined up early to receive aid. For some residents, such events complement existing government and private relief programs. Media coverage has focused on both the size of the crowd and the continuing visibility of the family in local civic activities.
Details about the logistics and funding of the event are still being clarified by organizers and local authorities. According to early statements, coordination involved crowd management, traffic rerouting, and basic medical assistance on-site. Officials have not yet released a full breakdown of the items distributed, but reports mention staple goods such as rice and grocery packs. Security personnel were deployed in and around the venue to manage the flow of people. As of the latest available information, no major security incidents have been publicly reported.
Government agencies and local offices are also reviewing how the event aligned with existing regulations on large public gatherings. Based on initial accounts, they are looking at compliance with safety protocols, permits, and crowd-capacity guidelines. Monitoring includes checking whether emergency response teams and facilities were adequate for the reported turnout. Authorities typically use such data to refine procedures for future events of similar scale. Any official assessments will likely be released after they complete standard post-event evaluations.
For residents and observers, the gathering highlights how political families in the Philippines often blend public service projects with long-running traditions. The Duterte gift-giving event is one example of how charity activities can
