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President Joseph Estrada said yesterday he would file a diplomatic protest to the German government following allegations from Munich-based Der Spiegel that he took 40 per cent of the $20 million ransom payment for the Abu Sayyaf for the release of some 43 hostages in southern Philippines from June 24 to October 25.

Manila, communists set for April 27 talks

New Armed Forces Chief of Staff, former army Lieutenant General Diomedio Villanueva promised to unite the military, following reports that his appointment had created a rift in the military.