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Philippines Refuses to Cooperate With ‘Unacceptable’ ICC Drug War Investigation
By Sebastian Strangio
Last week, the International Criminal Court ordered the restarting of its investigation into former President Rodrigo Duterte's violent "war on drugs."
Marcos and the Philippines at Davos
By Mong Palatino
Since taking office in July, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has undertaken eight trips abroad, with a ninth to come next month.
Philippines’ Marcos Seeks Foreign Minister Talks With China on Maritime Disputes
By Jim Gomez
The Philippine president said Manila will continue to push back against China, despite his proposal for higher-level talks to rapidly address future conflicts at sea.
New Year, Old Moves: China, Philippines, and the South China Sea
By Vincent Kyle Parada
Although both sides have kept it low key, Chinese coast guard activities are continuing in areas claimed by Manila.
This Week in Asia: January 20, 2023
The Diplomat's weekly round-up of Asia news.
Philippine Court Clears Nobel Winner Maria Ressa of Tax Evasion
By Sebastian Strangio
The four charges were filed against Ressa and her news site Rappler by President Rodrigo Duterte's administration in 2018.
‘What is Happening to Us is Coming For You’
By Sribala Subramanian
How the Philippines became “ground zero” for the corrosive effects of social media.
How the Onion Became the Symbol of Inflation in the Philippines
By Mong Palatino
In December, the staple vegetable was selling for more than the cost of chicken and beef.
Philippine Court Voids 2005 Oil Exploration Agreement with China and Vietnam
By Sebastian Strangio
The Supreme Court ruled that the Joint Marine Seismic Undertaking, which expired in 2008, was unconstitutional, casting a shadow over future joint oil development plans.
Philippine Military Chief Replaced by Retiring General
By Jim Gomez
The government did not provide any explanation for the replacement of Lt. Gen. Bartolome Bacarro, who was supposed to serve until August 2025.
The Philippines’ New Year Airport Meltdown
By Mong Palatino
The start of 2023 should have been triumphant for President Marcos. Instead, domestic and international attention was monopolized by the chaos unfolding at the country's airports.
Philippines, China Agree on Measures to Manage Maritime Disputes
By Sebastian Strangio
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Xi Jinping agreed to restart joint oil and gas exploration and set up a direct channel of communication on South China Sea issues.