China says it expels Philippine vessels near Scarborough Shoal Manila says a Chinese navy vessel collides with one from its own coastguard while chasing a Philippine patrol boat. Al Jazeera · Aug 11, 2025
Marcos says the Philippines will be pulled into any war over Taiwan, despite China's protest Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says his country will inevitably be drawn “kicking and screaming” in any war over Taiwan due to its proximity and the presence of large numbers of Filipino workers on the self-ruled island, despite China’s strong protest over such remarks The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025
China warns Philippines ‘playing with fire’ after Marcos signals role in Taiwan conflict Beijing lodges protest over Philippine leader’s ‘wrong and provocative remarks’ during India visit The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025
China warns Philippines over Taiwan remarks amid rising tensions Beijing warns Manila to stop ‘playing with fire’ after Marcos signals potential Taiwan conflict involvement. Al Jazeera · Aug 8, 2025
Trump's latest tariff deadline is approaching. Here are the trade deals the US has announced so far The clock is ticking closer to U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff deadline of Aug 1 The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2025
Marcos says stronger alliances make Philippines safer amid China tensions, pledges reforms at home Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has used his annual state of the nation speech to declare that the country had become more confident and better prepared to defend its sovereignty The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2025
Impeachment probe of Philippine VP Sara Duterte voided by Supreme Court Duterte is a strong contender for the 2028 presidency, which President Marcos cannot contest due to a single-term limit. Al Jazeera · Jul 25, 2025
Tropical storm adds to Philippines' weather toll with 25 dead and 278,000 evacuated this week A tropical storm is blowing across the Philippines’ mountainous north, worsening more than a week of bad weather that has caused at least 25 deaths and prompted evacuations in villages affected by flooding and landslides The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2025
Philippines president hails ‘significant achievement’ after 19% tariff deal with Trump Tariff rate is just shy of the 20 per cent American president threatened earlier this month but higher than the 17 per cent set in April The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2025
Trump Agrees To Small Reduction In Philippine Tariffs US President Donald Trump agreed Tuesday to reduce threatened tariffs on the Philippines, but only by one percentage point, after what he termed a successful meeting with his counterpart Ferdinand Marcos. International Business Times · Jul 22, 2025
Trump Says Confident US To Reach Philippines Trade Deal US President Donald Trump voiced confidence Tuesday at reaching a trade deal with the Philippines to ease his threatened tariffs as he welcomed his counterpart Ferdinand Marcos to the White House. International Business Times · Jul 22, 2025
Feisty Trump deflects, but cannot shake boiling Epstein documents scandal - Roll Call A fired-up President Trump claimed no knowledge of his team's next steps in the Epstein drama and made allegations about Barack Obama. Roll Call · Jul 22, 2025
Trump and Philippine leader plan to talk tariffs and China at the White House President Donald Trump plans to host Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2025
AI and disinformation fuel political tensions in the Philippines Duterte supporters step up digital smear campaigns against opponents, using AI-generated content, after his ICC arrest. Al Jazeera · Jul 15, 2025
Fortune · Jun 28, 2025 Filipino politicians share deepfake videos in a battle over impeachment: ‘Even if it’s AI...I agree with the point’ Allies of Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte shared a viral video of AI-generated characters last week in to defend her from a looming impeachment.
Newslaundry · Jun 25, 2025 In right-wing victories across the globe, a warning and mirror for India Over the past four years, there has been an unprecedented surge in right-wing populist victories across the globe. From the US and El Salvador to Italy, Hungary, and even India, populist leaders have either returned to power or have emerged with strong mandates.
Guitar World · Jun 20, 2025 Two world leaders solidify diplomatic relations by delivering their own rendition of an Eric Clapton classic The Philippines' President, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and Singapore's Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong, showcased their musical chops during a recent presidential visit
The Independent UK · May 29, 2025 Philippine president's Cabinet revamp retains defense chief, a vocal critic of China's aggression The executive secretary to Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says Marcos will retain Defense Secretary Gilberto during a midterm overhaul of his Cabinet
Euronews · May 13, 2025 Former Philippine leader Duterte set to win mayoral election from Hague jail cell The 80-year-old ex-president, who is accused of committing crimes against humanity during his so-called "war on drugs", has a decisive lead in his family stronghold of Davao.
The Independent UK · May 13, 2025 Rodrigo Duterte wins mayoral seat from Hague prison cell in Philippines elections Former president reclaims stronghold city despite fighting election from The Hague
The Conversation · May 8, 2025 As Filipinos prepare to vote, ex-strongman Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest is dividing families – all the way to the president It’s been two months since former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested and handed over to the International Criminal Court (ICC) to face potential prosecution for crimes against humanity.
The Independent UK · Apr 30, 2025 Philippines signs military pact with New Zealand to widen alliances while facing an assertive China The Philippines has signed a military pact with New Zealand, allowing their forces to hold joint exercises as Manila continues to build security alliances as it faces an increasingly aggressive China in the disputed South China Sea
Al Jazeera · Apr 29, 2025 Japan, Philippines pledge to deepen security ties amid China tensions Japan’s Ishiba and Philippines’s Marcos meet in Manila as nations confront China’s assertiveness in South China Sea.
The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2025 Man arrested and 11 dead after car ploughs into crowd at a Vancouver street festival. Here’s what we know Details of incident still emerging as driver in custody said to be ‘known to police’
The Independent UK · Apr 23, 2025 The Latest: Public mourning for Pope Francis to begin at St. Peter's The body of Pope Francis will be moved Wednesday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica for three days of public mourning for an Argentine pontiff remembered for his humble style, concern for the poor and insistent prayers for peace