The Latest Breaking News from Rodrigo Duterte

The president thinks he can transform murder into self-defense by executive fiat.

Dynasties are central to south-east Asian politics as parties are weak, patronage is entrenched and family names are the most durable political brands. But they also face persistent difficulties. Heirs inherit office without real authority, patriarchs refuse to step aside and rivals – whether other families or powerful institutions –…

Up to 30,000 alleged drug users and dealers were slaughtered in the Philippines’ so-called drug war, but on Manila’s streets some of their killers still believe they did the right thing

Three charges against Duterte stem from his years-long campaign against drug users and dealers that rights groups say killed thousands