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Philippines politics
Is the Congress Coup in the Philippines a Threat to Duterte?
By Mong Palatino
The development could have important implications for Duterte’s remaining time in office and Philippine politics more generally.
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Duterte’s Anti-Women Behavior Sparks the Philippines’ Own #MeToo Moment
June 27, 2018
Duterte’s Anti-Women Behavior Sparks the Philippines’ Own #MeToo Moment
A recent social media campaign in the country is a further sign of growing opposition against the president.
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Duterte’s Anti-Women Behavior Sparks the Philippines’ Own #MeToo Moment
Why the Philippines’ Vice-Presidential Election Recount Matters
April 06, 2018
Why the Philippines’ Vice-Presidential Election Recount Matters
The recount puts the spotlight on the country’s political history and could have significance for its future trajectory.
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Why the Philippines’ Vice-Presidential Election Recount Matters
What’s Next for the Philippines as Duterte Ends Communist Peace Talks?
November 25, 2017
What’s Next for the Philippines as Duterte Ends Communist Peace Talks?
The nixing of the peace process raises some rather troubling questions for the Southeast Asian state.
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What’s Next for the Philippines as Duterte Ends Communist Peace Talks?
Why Duterte Needs to Put the Economy First in the Philippines
November 04, 2017
Why Duterte Needs to Put the Economy First in the Philippines
Lack of progress on this front is contributing to rising discontent against him.
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Why Duterte Needs to Put the Economy First in the Philippines
Why the Philippines' Duterte Should Rethink the Vice Presidency
July 04, 2017
Why the Philippines' Duterte Should Rethink the Vice Presidency
It’s time for the country to revisit the role of its vice president.
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Why the Philippines' Duterte Should Rethink the Vice Presidency
What's Really Behind Duterte’s Disappearances in the Philippines?
June 29, 2017
What's Really Behind Duterte’s Disappearances in the Philippines?
His administration has not found a sustainable way to deal with the president's prolonged absences.
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What's Really Behind Duterte’s Disappearances in the Philippines?
The Truth About Duterte’s ‘Popularity’ in the Philippines
October 07, 2016
The Truth About Duterte’s ‘Popularity’ in the Philippines
His support isn’t that much higher relative to his predecessors, and doesn’t mean as much as some contend.
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The Truth About Duterte’s ‘Popularity’ in the Philippines
Survey: Just 11% of Filipinos Are 'Dissatisfied' With Rodrigo Duterte
October 07, 2016
Survey: Just 11% of Filipinos Are 'Dissatisfied' With Rodrigo Duterte
Public opinion data reaffirms widespread satisfaction with Rodrigo Duterte's performance in the Philippines.
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Survey: Just 11% of Filipinos Are 'Dissatisfied' With Rodrigo Duterte
Philippines Election Race Takes a New Turn With Grace Poe Decision
March 09, 2016
Philippines Election Race Takes a New Turn With Grace Poe Decision
New favorable ruling for senator could play a critical role in influencing upcoming polls.
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Philippines Election Race Takes a New Turn With Grace Poe Decision
US-Philippines Defense Ties Under Fire
October 31, 2014
US-Philippines Defense Ties Under Fire
A U.S. Marine accused of murder has called broader U.S.-Philippines cooperation into question.
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US-Philippines Defense Ties Under Fire
Manny Pacquiao: Boxer, Legislator, Basketball Playing Coach
October 30, 2014
Manny Pacquiao: Boxer, Legislator, Basketball Playing Coach
Many argue that the basketball court was a step too far for the boxing legend.
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Manny Pacquiao: Boxer, Legislator, Basketball Playing Coach
Manny Pacquiao Looks to Boxing, Political Future
April 17, 2014
Manny Pacquiao Looks to Boxing, Political Future
A win in the ring sets the Filipino champion up nicely...once he pays his taxes.
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Manny Pacquiao Looks to Boxing, Political Future
Former Philippines President Arrested...Again
October 04, 2012
Former Philippines President Arrested...Again
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo is accused of misusing US$8.8 million of funds from the state lottery.
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Former Philippines President Arrested...Again
Philippines Senator Accused of Plagiarism... Twice
September 11, 2012
Philippines Senator Accused of Plagiarism... Twice
The issue of intellectual property has been a topic of much debate thanks to one Filipino Senator’s choice of words.
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Philippines Senator Accused of Plagiarism... Twice
September 19, 2011
Arroyos on the Run?
As the number of allegations of corruption pile up, Gloria and Mike Arroyo have suddenly started feeling ill.
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Arroyos on the Run?
Ombudsman Gutierrez’s Media Miss
April 19, 2011
Ombudsman Gutierrez’s Media Miss
In the Philippines, taking the media ‘high road’ won’t always convince the public.
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Ombudsman Gutierrez’s Media Miss
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Interview
Mark Field on Strengthening UK-ASEAN Relations Post-Brexit
November 14, 2018
Mark Field on Strengthening UK-ASEAN Relations Post-Brexit
The Diplomat talks with Mark Field about Britain's ongoing effort to boost ties with ASEAN and Southeast Asia after Brexit.
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