Alibaba steers the Philippines towards a cashless revolution
Alibaba is cementing its presence in South East nations. It is now helping the Philippines build a cashless society.
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Why the Philippines’ feudal agricultural system is here to stay
Critics believe the Philippines’ feudal agricultural system is responsible for growing inequality. Do they have a point?
Why would Duterte’s son quit as vice mayor if he is innocent
Paolo Duterte quit as Davao’s vice mayor. The move only increased suspicion of his involvement in a high-profile drug smuggling case.
Duterte’s grand design for a perpetual state of martial law
President Rodrigo Duterte appealed to Congress to extend martial law. Is Duterte preparing for a state of perpetual martial law?
Duterte supports same-sex marriage, but why now
President Rodrigo Duterte has emerged as an unlikely supporter of same-sex marriage. However, his motives are purely political.
Duterte’s losing battle against poverty, drugs and extremism
Duterte has made little progress in solving the main issues affecting the Philippines population. It is about time he acted on his pre-election discourse.
Can the Philippines afford to rebuild Marawi City
The Marawi conflict looks to be drawing to a close. The cost of rebuilding the area is enormous and will leave the Philippines vulnerable.
A repeating cycle: Aquino the latest ex-Philippine President to face criminal charges
Former Philippine President Benigno Aquino faces charges for graft and “usurpation of authority”. Duterte seems keen to serve justice.
Philippines: The ISIS Hub of Southeast Asia?
Decreased US military support and favourable conditions for extremist cells to operate are bringing ISIS insurgents to the Philippines.
South China Sea communique: A PR win for China or a win for ASEAN regionalism?
The Philippines called the ASEAN joint communique on the South China Sea “very balanced”. It suits China, but others disagree.