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Ferdinand Marcos Jr
A Counterrevolution in the Philippines: Marcos 2.0
By Richard Javad Heydarian
What can we expect from Ferdinand Marcos Jr.?
Dictator’s Son Marcos Jr. Takes Oath as Philippine President
By Jim Gomez
The inauguration of Ferdinand Marcos Jr. caps off a remarkable 36-year comeback for his controversial family.
Marcos Jr. is Steering the Philippines Towards a Foreign Policy Reset
By Richard Javad Heydarian
The president-elect has sent clear signals that he doesn’t want to be too dependent on the U.S. – nor wind up too cozy with China.
Sara Duterte-Carpio Sworn in as Philippines’ Vice President
By Sebastian Strangio
The inauguration of the vice president-elect, the daughter of outgoing President Rodrigo Duterte, follows her landslide victory at last month's election.
The Rebirth of Marcos’ ‘New Society:’ A Cautionary Tale 36 Years in the Making
By Japhet Quitzon
Many of the Filipinos who voted for Ferdinand Marcos Jr. had grown tired of corrupt officials, slow progress, and broken promises.
US Official Meets Marcos in Philippines in Diplomatic Push
By David Rising
Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met the president-elect in a clear sign the U.S. is willing to work with the future Marcos administration.
Marcos Will Have to Steer the Philippines Through Turbulent Waters
By Don McLain Gill
The incoming president will enter office at a crucial and perilous time in global geopolitics.
Philippines’ Marcos Pledges to Uphold Landmark South China Sea Ruling
By Sebastian Strangio
The promise came following campaign trail comments advocating a bilateral deal with Beijing over outstanding maritime and territorial disputes.
Philippines Congress Officially Proclaims Marcos the Country’s Next President
By Sebastian Strangio
The proclamation finalizes the return of the divisive Marcos clan to the heights of Philippine politics.
Marcos Considering Extension of Key US-Philippines Security Pact
By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine President-elect has indicated that he wants good relations with both the United States and China. Whether he can achieve it is another question.
How Philippine Education Contributed to the Return of the Marcoses
By Franz Jan Santos
The inclusion of factual errors and blatant misinformation in school textbooks has provided fertile soil for the historical revisionism of the Marcos clan and its allies.
Political Dynasties Dominate Philippines Election — Again
By Mong Palatino
The return to power of the Marcos clan hints at deeper problems with the country's democracy.