Romeo Brawner Jr., the chief of staff of the Philippine armed forces, says the military would prioritize evacuating Filipino nationals if China were to attack Taiwan. Analysts say the involvement of ...

No matter which political side you sit, Filipinos unite under comic relief through impersonations, skits, and social media memes — and challenge power through humor ...

The emergence of corruption charges over the past four months is bound up with the political volatility of the Asia-Pacific ...

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

The protests in Manila and across the Philippines on Sunday were triggered by anger over corruption linked to flood control ...

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

Dynasties are central to south-east Asian politics as parties are weak, patronage is entrenched and family names are the most ...

A PHILIPPINE military official on Tuesday dismissed rumors of a brewing coup, saying that troops would not participate in any attempt to overthrow President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. Reports of a ...

The Filipino people are not powerless. But breaking the cycle of corruption requires more than awareness — it demands bold, ...

The 1987 Constitution was meant to establish a democratic government, restore freedoms, protect civil and political rights and put safeguards against authoritarian rule. But almost four decades later, ...

On Sept. 21, 1972, former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. declared martial law through Proclamation 1081. It was imposed in ...

Philippine shares clawed back to the 6,100 level Friday amid easing political issues and a strengthening of the peso against ...