| I think we've seen this one on the teevee two or three thousand times... |
 Philippine officials say they are investigating a group of businessmen for their alleged role in the failed coup plot against the government of President Gloria Arroyo. Defence secretary Avelino Cruz says his office is gathering evidence against several businessmen who are suspected of having provided funds for the attempt to overthrow the Arroyo government. The businessmen, who have not been identified, allegedly attended a meeting of the leaders of the failed coup attempt.
| I'll bet it was that idiot, Cliff Barnes... |
Meanwhile, the Defence and Justice secretaries and the police chief are closely monitoring the security situation in the country in the next 24 hours.
| After that, you're on your own! |
They say there has been a marked improvement in the situation. If this does not change, the officials say they may suggest the lifting of the state of national emergency that was declared by President Arroyo to quell attempts against her government. |