PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte has opened anew the possibility of reviving peace talks with communist rebels, after a meeting with Norway’s special envoy to the peace process.

“The Norwegian officials came here to explore the possibility of talking [with the Reds] again. I have to consult my military people. Why? Because they will die, not me,” Duterte said during the 10th biennial convention and 20th founding anniversary celebration of the Chinese-Filipino Business Club Inc. on Monday night.

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