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Ferdinand Marcos Jr
UN Rapporteur Highlights Continuing Restrictions of Civic Space in the Philippines
By Mong Palatino
While the situation has improved under President Marcos, Irene Khan identified numerous areas of concern.
Has the Impeachment of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte Been Defeated?
By Mong Palatino
The process has been slowed, though not halted, by the political machinations of Duterte allies both inside and outside the Senate.
Philippine President Marcos Reshuffles Cabinet After Midterm Polls
By Mong Palatino
Following disappointing returns in the May 12 election, the Philippine leader has promised "renewed alignment, faster execution, and a results-first mindset.”
US-Philippines Relations Take Center Stage After Midterm Elections
By Ben Sturt
Following an underwhelming electoral return, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is likely to lean all the more heavily on his relationship with Washington.
The Philippine Midterm Election Results Reflected the Country’s Political Polarization
By Mong Palatino
The results have set the scene for a similarly polarized battle during Vice President Sara Duterte's upcoming Senate impeachment trial.
Duterte Allies Perform Strongly in Philippine Midterm Elections
By Sebastian Strangio
Candidates aligned with the former president are on track to win four Senate seats, which could be crucial in Vice President Sara Duterte's upcoming impeachment trial.
Marcos-Duterte Feud Looms Large as Philippines Approaches May 12 Midterms
By Sebastian Strangio
The dramatic feud between the two political dynasties has polarized the Filipino electorate and crowded out substantial policy debates.
On Ishiba Visit, Japan and Philippines Pledge Further Security Cooperation
By Sebastian Strangio
United by a shared unease about China's growing maritime assertiveness, Manila and Tokyo have pledged to build on the substantial advances of recent years.
Disunity Within the Philippines’ First Family
By Mong Palatino
Senator Imee Marcos, the sister of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., has thrown in her lot with his great rivals: the Dutertes.
Pro-Marcos Candidates Set to Dominate Philippine Senate Election: Poll
By Sebastian Strangio
Candidates endorsed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. are on track to win nine of the 12 Senate seats up for grabs at the midterm elections in May.
Can Philippine President Marcos Survive the Wrath of the Dutertes?
By Mong Palatino
The economy may pose a more serious threat than the fulminations of the Mindanao-based political clan.
Tensions Rising in the Philippines After Former President Duterte’s ICC Arrest
By Ben Sturt
The ex-leader may finally face justice for his bloody “war on drugs”, but the country he leaves behind is increasingly divided.
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