In President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s 3rd SONA on Monday, July 22, 2024, one notable instance of political grandstanding, bordering on deception, was his declaration that all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators…
THE State of the Nation Address (SONA) is by all means a significant political event in many countries, particularly in the context of the Philippines, where the president addresses the…
WHAT's the true state of the nation? This question looms in the mind of every Filipino as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s third State of the Nation Address (SONA) is fast…
HENRY Kissinger's poignant observation, "It may be dangerous to be America's enemy, but to be America's friend is fatal," resonates profoundly in the context of the Philippines. This Southeast Asian…
Indeed, for the first time since World War II, Japanese soldiers will conduct military operations on Philippine soil. On Monday, July 8, 2024, Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko and the…
LAST July 2, I was interviewed on the SMNI program "Nightline News," hosted by MJ and Admar, on many crucial issues related to the country's dispute with China over the…
In the intricate web of Philippine politics, the timing of Vice President Sara Duterte's announcement and resignation as Secretary of Education is a masterstroke that showcases the strategic acumen of…
The recent visit of President Vladimir Putin to Vietnam can be considered successful and significant. The warm reception he received highlighted the positive relations between Russia and Vietnam. Putin's visit…
IN this edition of my column, I present the views of retired Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Adm. Joel Garcia, former commandant of the PCG and former undersecretary of the National…
IN light of the recent incident between the Philippines and China on June 17, 2024, in the disputed South China Sea (SCS), it is imperative to scrutinize the strategy and…