Philippines

The pact could allow the Philippines to access more sophisticated weapons systems from its long-standing security ally.

The Marcos administration's hardline position toward the ICC is beginning to soften as its feud with the Dutertes intensifies.

This week, former President Rodrigo Duterte told the international tribunal to "hurry up" with its investigation into his bloody "war on drugs."

Kuala Lumpur believes that the recently enacted legislation encroaches on a long-standing dispute over the eastern Malaysian state of Sabah.

The move was a direct response to the Philippines' enactment of two new laws aimed at strengthening the country's own maritime claims.

The enactment of the new legislation prompted the Chinese government to lodge a “stern protest” with Manila.

The political feud is likely to worsen as the country moves toward the 2025 midterm elections and 2028 presidential election.

To achieve net zero emissions in Southeast Asia, addressing the significant financing gap is crucial, requiring bold targets and more international support.

The expanded budget confirms the Marcos administration's commitment to financing scaled up public spending by borrowing and running deficits.

Rodrigo Duterte said that he had "no apologies, no excuses" for the campaign of violence, which involved thousands of extrajudicial killings.

For 13 Asia-Pacific countries, we ask: Would the government prefer Kamala Harris or Donald Trump as the next U.S. president?