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Philippines 2025 mid-term election

Philippine Govt Condemns Senator For Saying He Won’t Surrender to ICC

Philippine Govt Condemns Senator For Saying He Won’t Surrender to ICC

By Sebastian Strangio
As chief of the Philippine National Police, Ronald "Bato" Dela Rosa implemented ex-President Rodrigo Duterte's deadly "war on drugs."
Philippine Police General Files Complaint Against Ex-President for Threatening ‘Joke’

Philippine Police General Files Complaint Against Ex-President for Threatening ‘Joke’

By Sebastian Strangio
At a political rally last week, Rodrigo Duterte joked about killing 15 senators with a bomb in order to free up positions for his own party's candidates.

Election Campaign Begins in the Philippines with Marcos-Duterte War of Words

Election Campaign Begins in the Philippines with Marcos-Duterte War of Words

By Mong Palatino
The conflict between the two prominent political clans has continued into the first week of campaigning for May's mid-term polls.

Campaigning Begins in Philippine Mid-term Election Amid Vice-Presidential Impeachment Drama

Campaigning Begins in Philippine Mid-term Election Amid Vice-Presidential Impeachment Drama

By Sebastian Strangio
Last week's impeachment of Sara Duterte has added an extra weight of political significance to the 12 Senate seats up for election.

The Politics of ‘Ayuda’ in the Philippines

The Politics of ‘Ayuda’ in the Philippines

By Mong Palatino
Government funds intended for the poor are often used by politicians as a form of political patronage.
What to Expect in Philippine Politics in 2025

What to Expect in Philippine Politics in 2025

By Mong Palatino
The mid-term elections and the ongoing feud between the Marcos and Duterte families are set to dominate the headlines this year.

With Public Tirade, Philippine Vice President Further Widens Rift With Marcos Clan

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

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.

What’s Old and New in the Midterm Philippine Elections?

What’s Old and New in the Midterm Philippine Elections?

By Mong Palatino
The May 2025 elections are set to be dominated by established political dynasties, including the Marcos and Duterte clans.

Detained Filipino Preacher Registers to Run in 2025 Senate Election

Detained Filipino Preacher Registers to Run in 2025 Senate Election

By Sebastian Strangio
Apollo Quiboloy faces a raft of charges, including sex trafficking and child abuse, in both the Philippines and the United States.

Midterm Elections and the Prospect of Impeachment in the Philippines

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

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.

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