Ferdinand Marcos Jr

By courting India’s private capital, the Philippines is shifting away from its reliance on development aid

2026-09-22T06:28:31.000Z

The FTA is expected to open opportunities for businesses, farmers, manufacturers and consumers

2026-09-22T04:54:19.000Z

He is accused of having a role in the misuse of 7.4 billion pesos (US$118 million) in public funds

2026-09-16T04:47:23.000Z

The country’s governance and climate risks are further dampening investor confidence

2026-09-08T02:32:53.000Z

The allegation centres on Romualdez’s role in the misuse of 7.4 billion pesos (US$118 million) in public funds meant to stem flooding

2026-09-08T00:13:19.000Z

He also alludes to ongoing tensions in the South China Sea, declaring that Filipinos “do not yield”

2026-07-27T11:39:56.000Z

Government seeks to expand 2027 national budget to US$117b – 6% above 2026’s – to boost economy

2026-06-29T02:39:57.000Z

Manila’s rice import curbs, tariff uncertainty and a standing trade imbalance are testing commercial ties

2026-06-10T09:37:01.000Z

The saga comes as a rift between Marcos and his ally-turned rival Vice-President Sara Duterte

2026-05-14T10:12:28.000Z

The country’s vice-president faces four charges, including threatening to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr

2026-05-11T13:05:17.000Z