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Updated 24 Jan 01, 08:53 PM EST 25 Jan 01, 09:53 AM HKT

Philippine government denies Estrada's claim to presidency

The government cracked down further on ousted President Joseph Estrada on Wednesday, freezing one of his bank accounts and declaring he has no right to regain the presidency.

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