China’s persistent aggressive tactics threaten the territorial integrity of the Philippines and the international maritime order.
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An unstable Middle East is not good for the Philippines’ economic interests.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is stuck in a high-stake gambit between upholding commitments to the United States, responding to China’s antagonism and managing ASEAN discontent.
Due to the ongoing global geopolitical flux, there is an imperative for the Marcos Jr. administration to consider the Middle East and North African (MENA) region as an alternative source of investment, foreign tourists and market for Philippine products.
If allowed to return, the Philippine government must consider that accepting the return of Foreign Terrorist Fighters will create a dilemma for the country. On one end, the government is responsible for its returning citizens; on the other, it increases the risk of Filipino families being recruited into terrorism.
The Philippine regulatory authorities aim to achieve the broader goals of fostering financial inclusion, promoting competition and delivering better outcomes for society. These goals are also pertinent to the cryptocurrency industry. Nevertheless, trust is needed to maintain the societal conventions regarding the use of money.
In collaboration with PAKAR and SeRVE Indonesia, we are proud to present the third session of our 3-part webinar series.
In collaboration with PAKAR and SeRVE Indonesia, we are proud to present the second of our 3-part webinar series.
In collaboration with PAKAR and SeRVE Indonesia, we are proud to present the first of our 3-part webinar series.
The Philippines has upheld international law on the South China Sea. President Rodrigo Roa Duterte declared that the 2016 Arbitral Award “is now part of international law, beyond compromise and beyond the reach of passing governments to dilute, diminish or abandon.”