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How Credible is Marcos’ Anti-Corruption Drive?

By admin | August 4, 2026

Written for The Diplomat Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered a lifestyle check of officials amid the public uproar over the reported extravagant living of families of politicians and business owners implicated in corruption-tainted government projects. Marcos assumes he will lead the anti-corruption struggle up to the end, but he could soon become the main target […]

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Midterm Election Results Reflected the Country’s Political Polarization

By admin | February 28, 2026

Written for The Diplomat The results of the recently concluded midterm national and local elections reflected the increasing polarization in Philippine politics. This was evident in the Senate, where no single party or bloc dominated the competition. The coalition led by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and the camp of Vice President Sara Duterte won five candidates […]

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