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Philippines politics
Why Are Filipinos Celebrating a Former Dictator?
By Sebastian Strangio
The rehabilitation of Ferdinand Marcos is a sign of the public's continuing discontent with the status quo.
Does the Philippines Need a Revolution for the Status Quo?
By Michael Beltran
A group of Duterte supporters has called for a “revolutionary government” that would arm the president with additional powers. What does that even mean?
Duterte’s Rejection of Calls for ‘Revolutionary Government’ Met With Doubt in the Philippines
By Nick Aspinwall
The president said he was unfamiliar with a group calling to install him as head of a new government, despite video showing him at the group’s convention in 2018.
Duterte Takes Aim at ‘Oligarchs’ in Address to Nation as Philippines’ COVID-19 Cases Rise
By Nick Aspinwall
The Philippine president threatened to shut down major telecom operators and said Beijing was “in possession” of the South China Sea.
Duterte Threatens Criminals, Seeks Death Penalty for Drugs
By Associated Press
The Philippine president is also seeking emergency powers and urging the return of the death penalty for drug crimes.
This Is How Duterte Could Declare Martial Law in the Philippines
By Nick Aspinwall
Experts fear the Philippine president is testing the waters for a constitutionally viable declaration of nationwide martial law.
Fears of Press Freedom Crackdown After Philippines Orders Largest Broadcaster Off Air
By Nick Aspinwall
ABS-CBN, which had repeatedly drawn the ire of Rodrigo Duterte, was forced to stop broadcasting on Tuesday, leading to allegations of a political hit job.
War and Peace in the Philippines
By Zachary Abuza
With the BARMM’s first birthday, the peace process in the southern Philippines reaches a milestone.
US-Philippines Ties: The De Lima Dilemma
By Michael Beltran
The Philippine government has threatened to introduce visa requirements for U.S. citizens after banning 3 U.S. senators, supporters of jailed Philippine Senator de Lima.
Philippines: Duterte Fires Vice-President from Anti-Drug Post
By Associated Press
The decision came just weeks after Duterte had offered the post to Leni Robredo.
Drug Czar Post Offer the Latest Test for Duterte-Robredo Ties in the Philippines
By Erin Cook
The long-brewing war between the president and the vice-president continues to play out within Philippine politics.
What Did Duterte’s State of the Nation Address Reveal About His Presidency?
By Erin Cook
This iteration of the annual speech came amid several domestic political developments and agenda items of consequence.