The Diplomat | Author
Mong Palatino
Mong Palatino served for two terms in the House of Representatives in the Philippines representing the youth sector.
He is a regular blogger and Global Voices regional editor for Southeast Asia and Oceania.
Page 17 of 37
October 30, 2015
What 1965 Means in Southeast Asia
By Mong Palatino
The year 1965 is politically significant in several Southeast Asian states.
October 23, 2015
Time For Southeast Asia to Address its Climate Problem
By Mong Palatino
The haze and the El Niño phenomenon deserve greater attention.
October 17, 2015
The Race for the Philippine Presidency Has Begun
By Mong Palatino
A closer look at the four major candidates ahead of the 2016 presidential election.
October 10, 2015
Myanmar’s Ribbon Movements Challenge Militarization
By Mong Palatino
Colored ribbons have emerged as symbols of those resisting creeping militarization in the country.
September 30, 2015
Southeast Asia’s Transparency Problem
By Mong Palatino
Most countries in the region do not have a transparent budget process, a global survey confirms.
September 23, 2015
Leading Philippine Presidential Candidate Unveils Platform
By Mong Palatino
A brief look at Grace Poe's platform.
September 11, 2015
Malay Pride Rally Stokes Race Politics in Malaysia
By Mong Palatino
Another troubling sign that the 'race card' is being exploited in the country's politics.
September 01, 2015
Southeast Asia’s Color Protests
By Mong Palatino
Malaysia's protests have some colorful parallels in the region.
August 22, 2015
Is East Timor Now a Rich Country?
By Mong Palatino
Superficial rankings should not distract from the significant obstacles the country is yet to overcome.
August 14, 2015
ASEAN's Joint Communique: It's Not Just About China or the South China Sea
By Mong Palatino
The regional grouping is grappling with several other concerns as well that are worth noting.
August 06, 2015
Philippines Must Protect Internally Displaced Persons, Warns UN Expert
By Mong Palatino
A new report highlights the deplorable conditions IDPs face in the country.
July 29, 2015
Malaysia Silences the Press Amid Corruption Scandal
By Mong Palatino
The country suspends two newspapers.