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Ferdinand Marcos Jr
The Philippines’ 2025 Budget, Explained
By James Guild
The expanded budget confirms the Marcos administration's commitment to financing scaled up public spending by borrowing and running deficits.
With Public Tirade, Philippine Vice President Further Widens Rift With Marcos Clan
By Ben Sturt
Sara Duterte's open declaration of war against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his allies threatens to paralyze the Philippine government.
Former Philippine President Duterte Makes Political Comeback Amid Usual Controversy
By Ben Sturt
The ex-leader's return coincides with the eroding relationship between his family and the Marcos clan, as well as the arrest of his close ally, televangelist Apollo Quiboloy.
At ASEAN Meeting, US Condemns Chinese Actions in South China Sea
By Sebastian Strangio
Secretary of State Antony Blinken's comments came after Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on China and ASEAN to revive negotiations over a Code of Conduct.
Philippine President Signs Bill to Stimulate Domestic Defense Industry
By Sebastian Strangio
The Self-Reliant Defense Posture Revitalization Act aims to support the country's military modernization drive by increasing its domestic manufacturing capacity.
Midterm Elections and the Prospect of Impeachment in the Philippines
By Mong Palatino
As registrations for next year's midterm elections begins, momentum is growing for an impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte.
Philippines Opens Candidate Registration Period for Mid-term Elections
By Sebastian Strangio
The May 12, 2025 polls are expected to see a proxy battle between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte.
Who Controls the Philippine Budget?
By Mong Palatino
The investigation of Vice President Sara Duterte, under scrutiny for alleged misuse of government funds, has highlighted the need for greater transparency.
Philippine President Promises ‘No Special Treatment’ for Celebrity Preacher
By Sebastian Strangio
Apollo Quiboloy, who is accused of a raft of charges including child sexual abuse, will face charges in the Philippines before extradition to the United States.
What is the Tatak Pinoy Act?
By James Guild
The Philippines wants to push into more advanced manufacturing activities, but the current state of the global economy will pose challenges.
Political Rivals Trade Barbs Over Drug Issues in the Philippines
By Mong Palatino
An ICC investigation into former President Rodrigo Duterte's drug war has been drawn into the political struggle between the Duterte and Marcos clans.
The Philippine Economy: Glass Half Empty or Glass Half Full?
By Jesus Felipe and Susan Kurdli
Recently announced growth figures look impressive, but they conceal the structural issues holding back the Philippine economy.