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Cracks Appear in the Philippines’ Unity Government
May 30, 2023

Cracks Appear in the Philippines’ Unity Government

By Mong Palatino
Recent events suggest that the Marcos-Duterte "UniTeam" that stormed last year's presidential election may not make it to the next election in 2028.

New Philippine President, New China Policy?
December 16, 2021

New Philippine President, New China Policy?

By Bich T. Tran
The election of Rodrigo Duterte in 2016 initiated a wild swing in the country's policy toward China. Get set for more change in 2022.
Why are Former Philippine Presidents Running for Lower-Level Posts?
July 07, 2021

Why are Former Philippine Presidents Running for Lower-Level Posts?

By Mong Palatino
President Duterte's mooted vice presidential run would follow in the footsteps of other recent ex-leaders.

Philippine ‘People Power’ Thirty Years On
February 09, 2016

Philippine ‘People Power’ Thirty Years On

By Mark R. Thompson
The legacy of People Power in the Philippines remains ambiguous.

Joseph Estrada’s Political Comeback
July 08, 2013

Joseph Estrada’s Political Comeback

Ex-convict and former actor Joseph Estrada has reemerged as a major player in Philippine politics.

Former Philippines President Arrested...Again
October 04, 2012

Former Philippines President Arrested...Again

Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo is accused of misusing US$8.8 million of funds from the state lottery.

Beating Corruption in Philippines
May 22, 2012

Beating Corruption in Philippines

If the Philippines wants to beat corruption, it may need to change the relationship between citizens and officials.

Philippine Justice or Grudge?
April 03, 2012

Philippine Justice or Grudge?

The impeachment of Philippine Chief Justice Renato Corona over corruption has the ring of politics about it.

ASEAN Predictions for 2012
January 04, 2012

ASEAN Predictions for 2012

Last year was a big one for news in Southeast Asia. Here are some suggestions on what to expect in 2012.

Aquino’s Human Rights Problem
December 15, 2011

Aquino’s Human Rights Problem

Ex-Philippine President Gloria Arroyo’s human rights record was bad. But her successor isn’t living up to his pledges.

Aquino’s Human Rights Problem
December 15, 2011

Aquino’s Human Rights Problem

Ex-Philippine President Gloria Arroyo’s human rights record was bad. But her successor isn’t living up to his pledges.

Arroyo’s Sympathy Play
December 08, 2011

Arroyo’s Sympathy Play

Former Philippine President Gloria Arroyo’s claims she is ill may have backfired in the court of public opinion.

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