Justice in The Hague, Loyalty in Davao
Rodrigo Duterte wins the Davao City mayoral election despite being jailed in The Hague under ICC custody. The former president's controversial comeback stirs debate in Philippine politics.
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Duterte On Arrest: What’s Next for His dynasty?
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest by the ICC could reshape his family’s political influence. Will his dynasty survive the legal and political fallout?
Sara Duterte’s Impeachment: When Political Heirs Flunk the Job
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte faces impeachment over accusations including plotting to assassinate the president and large-scale corruption
Can the Philippines be found on Trump’s Map of Ambitions?
Speculation abounds on whether Trump’s interest in territorial expansion extends beyond Greenland, with whispers suggesting the Philippines could be a potential target
What’s Going On Between the Philippines President and Vice President?
Philippine politics faces turmoil as Vice President Sara Duterte threatens President Marcos, igniting conflict between powerful dynasties
The Story of Alice Guo, the Philippine Mayor Who Alleged Chinese Espionage
In 2022, Alice Guo was elected as the new mayor of Bomaban, a town on Luzon, the Philippines largest and most populous island. Despite limited public information about her background, such as her birthplace or education, Guo defeated the Nationalist…
China and the Philippines Collide Again
China and the Philippines clashed again in the South China Sea, with vessels colliding near the disputed Sabina Shoal
China and the Philippines to Ease Tensions in the South China Sea
China seeks to de-escalate tensions with the Philippines over the South China Sea
Has an Asian NATO Already Evolved?
NATO's role in defending against communism and the Soviet Union, and the potential formation of a NATO-like military alliance in East Asia to counter China's influence
How Beijing’s New Trespass Laws Will Affect the South China Sea?
China's new trespass law in the South China Sea allows detention of foreigners for up to 60 days without trial, escalating tensions with neighboring countries like the Philippines, which has stepped up patrols in response.
