PHILIPPINES: The President and Vice President of the Philippines are prominent members of two of the biggest political ...
IN the last 20 years, Philippine foreign policy has been a balancing act—sometimes bold, often reactive, always shaped by the push and pull of domestic politics, economic imperatives, and shifting ...
The ongoing investigations and scandals regarding the flood control corruption have revealed the basic weaknesses in the Philippine political system.
No matter which political side you sit, Filipinos unite under comic relief through impersonations, skits, and social media memes — and challenge power through humor ...
Houthi rebels attacked the Dutch vessel Minervagracht in the Gulf of Aden, killing one Filipino crew member and separately ...
Armed Forces of the Philippines file photo MANILA — Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo ...
The imagery of the “good life” often associated with privilege and dynastic wealth: designer outfits and handbags, luxury ...
On Sept. 21, 1972, former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. declared martial law through Proclamation 1081. It was imposed in ...
Mass protests have erupted across the Philippines following revelations of widespread corruption in flood control projects.
Dynasties are central to Southeast Asian politics as parties are weak, patronage is entrenched, and family names are the most durable political brands. But they also face persistent difficulties.
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Patronage politics: Likely root cause of corruption

The 1987 Constitution was meant to establish a democratic government, restore freedoms, protect civil and political rights and put safeguards against authoritarian rule. But almost four decades later, ...