Manila - Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, declaring "the seat of power is safe", yesterday ended a state of emergency imposed to quell what she says was a plot to kill her and seize power. Speaking to the nation on television, Ms Arroyo said that the threat from plotters remained but some were under arrest while others were on the run.
"Effective at 12 midnight, I am lifting the order declaring a state of rebellion," Ms Arroyo said.
"The disorder has subsided," Ms Arroyo said. "While the threat to our Republic remains, we have the situation under control."