Rodrigo Duterte
Philippine President Duterte Says His Job Is ‘Not For Women’
Notorious for his misogynist remarks, the leader said the “emotional setup” of women is different from men.
Outrage After Philippine Cop Caught on Video Killing Mother and Son at Point Blank Range
Observers say a brutal drug war has empowered the police to act without accountability.
US Provides Weapons to Philippines Amid Questions Over Commitment to Southeast Asia
Experts say President Donald Trump has been inconsistent with his policies towards the region.
In Televised 'Meltdown,' Duterte Tries to Deflect Blame with Lewd Insults
In an angry tirade, President Rodrigo Duterte rejected criticism of his response to tropical storms.
Outrage Over Philippine Govt's Typhoon Response as Duterte Cracks Sex Joke in Briefing
Typhoon Vamco brought massive flooding and killed at least 69 people in the country.
After Biden Win, Duterte Temporarily Extends Philippine Partnership With US Troops
Months after President Rodrigo Duterte terminated the Philippines’ Visiting Forces Agreement with the United States, the military deal still stands.
Philippine Journalist Who Played Dead to Survive Previous Shooting is Gunned Down
He is the 18th journalist to be killed since President Rodrigo Duterte came to power, a media union said.
'All Tyrants Fall': Trump Loss Fuels Hopes of Ending Strongman Era in Philippines
Joe Biden's triumph prompted optimism for change after Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte leaves office.
Pope's Support for Same-Sex Civil Unions Jolts Efforts for Change in Philippines
Lawmakers and couples say momentum for action is building in the country after the pontiff's stunning remarks.
Land Defenders Are Killed in the Philippines for Protesting Canadian Mining
Not only do Canadian mines in the Philippines degrade the environment and displace Indigenous communities, activists say, eco-defenders are targeted by the Philippine government for protesting them. A VICE World News investigation.
Duterte Threatens Facebook Shutdown in Philippines After Pro-Gov't Pages Removed
But the social media giant’s platform was integral to his presidential election win in 2016.
Philippines Deports US Marine Who Brutally Killed a Trans Woman
Lance Corporal Joseph Scott Pemberton has refused to apologize for his crime even after President Rodrigo Duterte set him free.