Philippine politics rarely pauses long enough for rivals to share the same stage. Yet that was precisely the scene in Malacañang last month when mayors from across the political spectrum gathered to ...

China called the allegations ‘malicious smears’ after three people were arrested on suspicion of leaking sensitive information to foreigners.

After a long delay, the upcoming polls will determine whether the institutions created by the peace agreement can sustain a durable transition to peace and democratic governance.

IN the Philippines, a political campaign is less a debate over white papers and more an invitation to a family reunion. While modern democracies are theoretically built on the bedrock of competing ...

The Philippines has long been the closest US ally in Asia. Now Washington wants something more: a place to make bullets and ...

Cynthia Villar, a two-term senator, addresses a political rally in Las Piñas in the run-up to last month’s Philippine midterm election. Villar was one of several prominent political dynasts to lose ...

The Philippine military claims the 56-year insurgency is near the finish line. But veteran rebels say the roots of rebellion remain.

Upended expectations rippled through Philippine politics on May 12, 2025, when voters dealt a stunning blow to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.—his Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas won only ...

THE compromise anti-dynasty bill now being discussed in Congress has drawn predictable criticism. Reform advocates say it is too weak. It does not dismantle political families. It does not prohibit ...

One of the key pillars of political life in the Philippines — its traditionally vibrant and critical mass media — has been under heavy pressure. The country’s leading TV network, ABS-CBN, disappeared ...

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte is facing three new impeachment complaints, setting the stage for renewed scrutiny aimed at preventing her from becoming the country’s next leader. But unseating ...