Monthly Archives: May 2026

Disunity Within the Philippines’ First Family

By admin | May 31, 2026

Written for The Diplomat After the collapse of the political alliance between the Marcos and Duterte families in the Philippines, it seems that President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. now has to contend with the fallout from his elder sister Senator Imee Marcos’ decision to team up with Vice President Sara Duterte in denouncing the shortcomings […]

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IFEX Asia brief: January and March 2025

By admin | May 29, 2026

January 2025. Asia’s jailed journalists, internet shutdowns, cybersecurity laws, and proposals on media freedom. China, Myanmar, and Vietnam are among the most notorious jailers of journalists in the world. Internet shutdowns undermine India’s economy and the people’s right to information. New laws threaten to further erode digital rights in Myanmar and Pakistan. How can Asia’s […]

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UN Rapporteur Highlights Continuing Restrictions of Civic Space 

By admin | May 19, 2026

Written for The Diplomat A United Nations special rapporteur report highlighted the continuing civic space restrictions in the Philippines under President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s government, which marks its third year in office this month. Khan’s report confirmed the severe restrictions imposed by the previous Duterte government, which led to the curtailment of civil liberties. The Marcos government has […]

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