Philippines enters its ‘hour of danger’ in Marcos vs Duterte clash

Analysts warn of a ‘very messy year’ ahead as coup fears swirl, the economy falters and political warfare rages out in the ...
The Diplomat

Impeachment and Plunder Raps Filed Against Philippines’ Top Leaders

Both President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and his estranged vice president, Sara Duterte, are under increasing pressure after a ...
Nikkei Asia

Philippines' Marcos faces first impeachment complaint

MANILA -- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is facing the first impeachment complaint against him, filed on Monday, ...

Philippines steps up patrols around ‘significant’ gas find amid security concerns

The move to boost security around Malampaya East-1 is seen as a test case for protecting future offshore energy projects in ...
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The Philippines, ASEAN’s new chair, starts 2026 on a ‘weaker footing’ after trade tensions and a $2 billion corruption scandal

The Philippines is on a “weaker footing” heading into 2026, thanks to corruption scandals and a complicated trade environment, testing President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. as he assumes the ...
The Diplomat

The Philippines in 2025: Corruption, Accountability, and the Marcos-Duterte Rift

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. came under growing pressure during the course of the year but has managed to survive – at least for now. Corruption and accountability dominated the news in the ...
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Philippines says fishermen hurt, boat damaged in China coastguard skirmish

The Philippines has accused Chinese coastguard ships of firing water cannon at Filipino fishermen near a disputed South China Sea shoal, injuring three people and causing “significant damage” to two ...