The article clarifies that Vice President Sara Duterte left the country for meetings with overseas Filipinos and personal engagements, not because of the death of political vlogger Mima Alicia.

A misleading social media claim suggested her departure was linked to the identification of suspects in her killing, but the Office of the Vice President (OVP) stated her trip from July 16 to 31 was for engaging with overseas Filipinos and advancing the Philippines' interests abroad.The OVP emphasized that no government funds were used for the trip.Mima Alicia, a critic of Duterte and supporter of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., was killed on July 17 by two suspects who have since been arrested.

The article highlights the context of her death, which is under investigation for potential political motives, and notes that Duterte's departure coincided with her ongoing impeachment trial over alleged misconduct.Social media reactions to the false claim were mixed, with some criticizing her timing and others questioning the credibility of the source.The fact-check underscores the importance of verifying information before sharing it online.