The Philippine Senate is pursuing Mayor Alice Guo from Bamban for alleged ties to Chinese criminal syndicates, leading to a threat of arrest for contempt due to her non-appearance at hearings. Speculations about her nationality and connections have surfaced, while concerns about illegal gaming operations and Chinese influence in the Philippines have been raised. Guo denies all accusations, asserting her Filipino citizenship, amid inquiries into her involvement in criminal activities linked to online casinos. Authorities are intensifying efforts to address the situation, with calls for a crackdown on Philippine offshore gambling operators echoing in the investigation.