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Duterte’s ICC Arrest Intensifies Political Stakes for Philippine Midterms

March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 - by Allegra Nguyen - Leave a Comment

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s recent arrest by the ICC has intensified the political stakes for the May midterm elections, particularly in the context of the ongoing rivalry between the …

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Duterte’s Arrest Signals Shifts in Philippine Political Dynasties

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 - by Allegra Nguyen - Leave a Comment

Rodrigo Duterte’s arrest for crimes against humanity marks a pivotal moment in the dynastic feud between his family and that of Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The Duterte-Marcos alliance, initially formed during …