President Duterte was slightly injured after falling in a motorbike on the premises of the presidential residence and recovering well.

"I want to assure the whole country that the President is safe, well cared for and in good health," Salvador Panelo, Philippines President's spokesman Rodrigo Duterte, told a regular news conference today. .

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Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte speaks in Quezon City, Philippines on July 22 Photo: Reuters

Panelo said Duterte had a problem driving around the presidential palace last night. The 74-year-old leader fell while bending over, causing minor bruises and abrasions on his elbows and knees.

Duterte is known for his passion for motorbikes and has had an accident that caused him to suffer from permanent spinal injuries and frequent migraines. Earlier this month, the Philippine President's health problem once again became a concern when he admitted to having myasthenia gravis, causing the left eyelid to collapse.

Duterte's office regularly dismisses concerns about his health, while opposition opponents say the government is not outspoken about the severity of problems, including back pain, throat disease and a Other diseases affecting the circulatory process of the President.

A few months after taking office in 2016, Duterte expressed his sadness over having to hand over his favorite motorcycle. He bragged about driving at 180 km / h, owning a Honda, a Yamada and a Harley Davidson.