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Philippine Lawmaker Proposes Bill Prohibiting Foreign Ships’ Incursions
By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act is seeking to respond to a pattern of repeated Chinese incursions into Manila's EEZ.
Freedom of Expression Declines Further Under Marcos
By Mong Palatino
As expected, the Philippines' new leader has done little to reverse his predecessor's dire track record on free speech.
Marcos Turns to US To Fill Canceled Russian Helicopter Contract
By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine leader said that his government has “secured an alternative supply from the United States.”
Philippines Shuts 214 Illegal Chinese Gambling Operations
By Associated Press
A spate of crimes victimizing Chinese workers at illegal online gambling businesses sparked the crackdown, which Beijing supports.
Drug Arrest of Minister’s Son a Test of Philippine Judicial Independence
By Sebastian Strangio
Juanito Jose Remulla III was arrested last week for the possession of a large quantity of high-grade marijuana.
The First 100 Days of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte
By Mong Palatino
Is the daughter of the former president gearing up for her own presidential run in 2028?
The Duterte Years Were Especially Deadly for Philippine Lawyers
By Sebastian Strangio
The National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers says that 133 lawyers have been killed in the Philippines since 1984, 59 of them over the past six years.
Why the Philippines Is Increasing Spending in the 2023 Budget
By James Guild
Planners are banking on strong economic growth, reduced inflation, and a strengthening peso in 2023. But are these assumptions sound?
Philippines’ Maria Ressa to Appeal Cyberlibel Case at Supreme Court
By Sebastian Strangio
The journalist and Nobel laureate faces a number of charges relating to her pioneering work at the local news site Rappler.
Imprisoned Duterte Critic Held Hostage During Escape Attempt
By Sebastian Strangio
The "near death experience," as former Senator Leila de Lima characterized it, highlights the peril she has faced since her imprisonment on spurious drug charges in 2017.
Marking Philippine President Marcos Jr’s First 100 Days
By Michael Beltran
The party boy president laid out lofty goals when he came into office, but has he delivered?
Marcos Says Philippines Eyeing Purchases of Russian Oil, Fertilizer
By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine leader's comments hint at the balance that he will attempt to strike in his country's foreign relations.