De Venecia’s family confirms passing of ex-House speaker

2026-02-10 - 06:06

MANILA, Philippines — Former House Speaker Jose de Venecia has died at the age of 89, his family confirmed on Tuesday. In a statement, de Venecia’s family said that the former speaker “devoted his life to public service — as journalist, diplomat, entrepreneur, legislator, Speaker of the House, and global advocate for peace.” “With heavy hearts,