Philippines

Australia, Japan Need to Calm Tensions in South China Sea

Both are outsider nations and should return to diplomatic neutrality to cool strains

Apr 18

Philippines’ Marcos Renewable Energy Plans Encouraging

But dependence on coal, corruption problems, other issues get in way

Apr 15

A Confident Marcos Returns to the White House

Bongbong has stopped being his father’s son and is now a leader that matters

Apr 10

Manila on Shaky Ground

If the Big One comes, risk firm says, it’s cataclysm

Mar 6 •

Our Correspondent

The Islamic State Raises Its Head in the Philippines

Maute bombing could signify a rise in Islamist violence ahead of 2025 Bangsamoro elections

Feb 13

Marcos, Duterte at Each Other’s Throats

Said to be gripped by fear, former president has gone “off his rocker” says a former lawmaker

Feb 7

Seeking a Truly Regional SCS Force

After 56 years of fence-sitting, moves are afoot to make ASEAN a force to reckon with

Jan 20

South China Sea in 2024: Still The World’s Most Dangerous Lake

Beijing warns Manila as Marcos moves to mobilize regional support

Jan 3

Manila vs. the ICC -- Misguided Debate

Marcos is in a quandary over the ICC, but it could well be helpful in defanging the Duterte camp

Dec 13, 2023

Can Marcos Pull Off Peace Talks With The Communists?

Renewed attempt in the Philippines to realize elusive peace and order

Dec 4, 2023

Brussels Nod for GSP+ has multiple implications for Marcos

European Union will extend duty-free market access to Philippines and favored nations until end of 2027

Nov 20, 2023

Philippines’ ‘Prisoner of Conscience’ Bailed

Leila De Lima gains freedom after almost seven years in lockup

Nov 14, 2023

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