Philippine government
Coverage of Philippine government in the Nexus archive.
- Philippines’ Marcos uses national address to promise relief, but funding questions loom
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr promised relief from taxes, electricity charges, and high rice prices in his 2026 State of the Nation Address. He pledged to pursue corruption cases linked to a flood-control scandal, though analysts questioned how the government will afford the proposed relief and noted the absence of austerity measures.
- Philippine president to deliver key speech in the shadow of corruption scandal and political tension
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will deliver his State of the Nation Address amid a major corruption scandal implicating key allies, an impeachment trial for his estranged vice president, and heightened security due to bomb threats in Manila. Marcos is expected to address new programs to mitigate the Middle East war's economic impact following a declared energy emergency.
- Video apparently depicting Filipinos as monkeys on China media draws Manila’s protest
The Philippine government has strongly protested a Chinese state-owned media video apparently depicting Filipinos as monkeys. The video, produced by China's state media, has led to diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
- Philippine Government Plans to Raise Budget by 6% Next Year
The Philippine Government plans to increase its budget by 6% next year. A photograph of gas stations in Mandaluyong, the Philippines, is featured in the article.
- China hits Philippine defense chief with entry ban over South China Sea remarks
China banned Philippine defense secretary Gilberto Teodoro and his family from entering China over his critical remarks about Beijing’s South China Sea claims. Teodoro accused China of aggressive policies and called Xi Jinping’s leadership a 'small dictatorship,' prompting the foreign ministry to accuse him of harming bilateral relations and China’s interests.
- China’s latest South China Sea shocks reopen old wounds
China's recent actions in the South China Sea near the Philippines have intensified regional tensions, triggered by the appearance of large objects at Scarborough Shoal in late May and early June. The developments have caused concern across multiple countries, with the Philippine government highlighting the situation as a significant escalation.
- Philippines to Sell Up to 30B Pesos Treasury Bond Due July 2030
The Philippines plans to issue up to 30 billion pesos in treasury bonds with a maturity date of July 2030. This debt issuance represents a government financing mechanism to raise capital for public spending and infrastructure projects.
- The Philippines impeaches its vice-president
The Philippines has impeached its vice-president, putting Sara Duterte's political career at risk. The impeachment is a significant development in Philippine politics. Duterte's future in politics hangs in the balance.
- U.S. to Create High-Tech Manufacturing Zone in Philippines
The U.S. and the Philippines will establish a high-tech manufacturing zone to boost technology production and economic growth. The initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen regional economic ties and counter China's influence in Southeast Asia.