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Mong Palatino

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.

Posts by Mong Palatino
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May 20, 2012

Scarborough Shoal a Precursor?

Is the spat between China and the Philippines over Scarborough Shoal a sign of what’s to come in the region?

May 14, 2012

Malaysia's Summer of Discontent?

Malaysians are showing growing signs of frustration with their leaders. But can this be turned into poll gains?

April 28, 2012

Malaysia’s Dubious Voter Numbers

The Bersih rally planned for this weekend is set to target electoral irregularities. There are plenty to consider.

April 28, 2012

Malaysia’s Dubious Voter Numbers

The Bersih rally planned for this weekend is set to target electoral irregularities. There are plenty to consider.

April 18, 2012

U.S. Plays Philippines War Games

The U.S. and Philippines have started a round of war games this week. Many in the Philippines aren’t happy.

April 06, 2012

Burma’s Election Revelations

Aung San Suu Kyi and her party were expected to do well. What’s surprising is that they were allowed to.

April 06, 2012

Burma’s Election Revelations

Aung San Suu Kyi and her party were expected to do well. What’s surprising is that they were allowed to.

April 03, 2012

Philippine Justice or Grudge?

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

March 20, 2012

Disappointing ASEAN

ASEAN’s failure to find a common identity is disappointing – and leaves members hostages to problems.

March 11, 2012

Southeast Asia’s Forgotten Wars

Westerners have varying images of Southeast Asia. Few of them, though, include the region’s many conflicts.

March 11, 2012

Southeast Asia’s Forgotten Wars

Westerners have varying images of Southeast Asia. Few of them, though, include the region’s many conflicts.

February 29, 2012

Singapore's Populist Budget

The ruling People’s Action Party has presented a populist looking budget for Singapore. Is that a bad thing?

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