PHILIPPINES: The President and Vice President of the Philippines are prominent members of two of the biggest political ...

A series of large-scale corruption scandals has caused a widespread uproar across the Philippines. Corruption is not a new ...

The humanitarian mission is partly aimed at addressing regional concerns over the pact’s objectives, analysts say.

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 ...

On September 21, thousands of Filipinos poured into the streets to protest what they perceived as systemic corruption in the government. Their message was unambiguous. Every peso siphoned off through ...

While the US presence serves as a deterrent, experts warn the Philippines risks becoming a target should tensions with China ...

Tens of thousands of people in the Philippines protested against government corruption and misuse of public funds last Sunday.

The imagery of the “good life” often associated with privilege and dynastic wealth: designer outfits and handbags, luxury ...

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.

The ongoing investigations and scandals regarding the flood control corruption have revealed the basic weaknesses in the Philippine political system.

US President Donald Trump nominated restaurateur Lee Lipton as US ambassador to the Philippines, a key post amid rising ...

Prominent Philippine actress Sylvia Sanchez took heat for bragging about her lifestyle. A recent interview had her showing ...