‘Audio deepfake’ of Marcos ordering military action against China prompts Manila to debunk clip


MANILA: An “audio deepfake” clip of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr (pic) directing his military to act against China has caused serious concern among government officials in Manila, who have warned that it could affect the country’s foreign policy.

In the manipulated audio, the deepfaked voice of Marcos Jnr can be heard saying he has signalled his military to “take action” if China attacks the Philippines, adding he can no longer allow Filipinos to get hurt by Beijing.

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