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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

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

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.

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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.

Newslaundry

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

Guitar World

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

The Independent UK

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.

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Rodrigo Duterte wins mayoral seat from Hague prison cell in Philippines elections

Former president reclaims stronghold city despite fighting election from The Hague

The Independent UK

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 Conversation

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

The Independent UK

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.

Al Jazeera

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

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

The Independent UK

Re-arm, reassure and spend big: how the Asia Pacific is responding to a new era under Trump

The US president has upset global norms in the space of weeks, spurring a flurry of defence spending, diplomatic overtures and offers to boost trade

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Euronews

Pete Hegseth pledges US support for Manila against China

The US defence secretary's visit to the Philippines came as Democrats called on him to resign over a national security scandal.

The Independent UK

US defense chief says stronger deterrence needed against China in disputed sea

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Friday that the Trump administration would boost military ties with the Philippines to strengthen deterrence against “threats from the communist Chinese” and ensure freedom of navigation in the disputed South China Sea

Al Jazeera

US, Philippines must stand ‘shoulder to shoulder’ on China, Hegseth says

US defence secretary meets Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos amid controversy over leaking of Yemen strike plans.

Al Jazeera

Philippines Senate launches investigation into Duterte’s ICC arrest

Imee Marcos, sister of incumbent President Marcos, leads probe amid political fallout.

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The Guardian - UK

Monday briefing: Is Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest a sign of the ICC’s strength or its limitations?

In today’s newsletter: the former Philippines president was arrested and taken to The Hague after a tense standoff. It’s a much needed win for the international criminal court – but success is far from a given

The Independent UK

Rodrigo Duterte set to appear before ICC at The Hague for first hearing

Former Philippines leader is accused of overseeing nearly 4,000 executions during his war on drugs

The Independent UK

Duterte refused fingerprinting and threatened lawsuits during chaotic arrest, Philippine police say

A Philippine general says that ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte threatened him with lawsuits, refused to be fingerprinted and told law enforcers “you have to kill me to bring me to The Hague.”

The Conversation

Will Rodrigo Duterte be seen as a martyr – or a symbol of justice finally being carried out?

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is now in the custody of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, Netherlands, to face charges of alleged crimes against humanity for his brutal war on drugs in the Philippines.

The Guardian - UK

Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest could be telling blow in the Philippines’ dynastic feud

Former president was surrendered to The Hague amid a row between his family and that of the current president

The Independent UK

Philippine ex-president Duterte is heading to The Hague to face ICC charges linked to 'war on drugs'

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is being flown to the Netherlands to face an International Criminal Court charge of crimes against humanity linked to the deadly crackdown on drugs he oversaw while in office

Al Jazeera

Philippine VP Sara Duterte travels to The Hague to help father at ICC

The vice president has described former President Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest over his deadly drug war as ‘oppression’.

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