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Cracks Appear in the Philippines’ Unity Government

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Cracks Appear in the Philippines’ Unity Government

ASEAN Beat | Politics | Southeast Asia Recent events suggest that the Marcos-Duterte “UniTeam” that stormed last year’s presidential election may not make it to the next election in 2028. Advertisement An apparent rift among allies of Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. could undermine his “unity” government barely a year after being sworn into power. First, former President … Read more

Philippine Vice President Resigns From Ruling Party Over ‘Political Toxicity’

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Philippine Vice President Resigns From Ruling Party Over ‘Political Toxicity’

Sara Duterte, the Philippines’ vice president and education secretary, speaks to students at Capalayan Elementary School in Surigao City, Philippines, May 12, 2023. Credit: Facebook/Inday Sara Duterte Advertisement Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte on Friday announced her “irrevocable resignation” from the country’s ruling party due to “political toxicity,” adding to the intrigue that has surrounded … Read more