A group of civilians including two former government officials filed a graft complaint against Philippine Vice President Sara ...
Observers said the ruling may energise loyalists but is unlikely to sway undecided voters or ease the rivalry shaping Philippine politics.
Like several of his predecessors, the Philippine leader is seeking to preempt opposition and manage rising public outrage over elite graft. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered a ...
Analysts said an alleged plot by retired generals to oust President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr appears inspired by 2001’s EDSA Dos ...
When Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. took office in June 2022, it was thanks in part to a political alliance he struck with his predecessor, former President Rodrigo Duterte, and his ...
A specter is haunting Philippine politics today: the specter of gambling, which is being linked to youth addiction, unethical use of public funds, money laundering, kidnapping, and murder. Gambling ...
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced an increase in soldiers’ salary, months after his military chief revealed ...
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The art of demolition

IN Philippine politics, demolition is not an accident. It is an art — learned, refined and repeatedly deployed because it works. It is cheaper than governance, faster than persuasion, and far more ...
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte takes an oath during a Senate inquiry on the “war on drugs” during his administration at the Philippine Senate in Manila, Oct. 28, 2024 (AP photo by Aaron ...
A foul-mouthed former Philippine president who jailed political rivals, insulted the pope and claims to have hired “death squad” gangsters is running for re-election in his hometown in a desperate bid ...
The idea of introducing morality to Philippine politics surprisingly seems to be a new idea to most of our politicians.
IN the vibrant and diverse Philippine political landscape, the need for professionals who can adeptly navigate the ...