Yes, I was aware of that, but anybody who wishes to visit the Philippines should be aware it is being run by a gangster who has possibly killed many thousands. I'm a strong believer in responsible tourism, and, by encouraging people to go there, it is also encouraging the murderers in charge. I'm sure few outside the Philippines support the current leader, and even less think beyond the resort hotels, but maybe, just maybe, they should.
The Australian government can't say don't go, because of the politics, and the fact there is a large filipino community in Australia, but you agree the statement is strongly worded, unusually so.