Context Dispatch
Public satisfaction with Marcos Jr. and Duterte declines amid economic and transparency concerns
In the December 2024 Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey, public satisfaction with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte showed a notable shift, reflecting growing concerns over the economy and governance transparency. The survey, conducted from 12 to 18 December, found that Marcos’ satisfaction rating dropped 13 percentage points to +19, while Duterte’s rating fell by 6 points to +21.
Experts urge stronger cooperation amid growing Chinese aggression in West Philippine Sea
As tensions rise in the West Philippine Sea, experts are calling for greater cooperation among like-minded nations to counter China's increasingly aggressive actions in the region. This plea was made during a forum on Japan and the Philippines' strategic cooperation held on Friday by the Stratbase Institute, in partnership with the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines.
PBBM urges support for Philippines’ UN Security Council seat
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. sought international support for the country’s bid to get a seat at the United Nations Security Council. Marcos urged diplomats...
VP Sara not relevant to Security Council
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. issued Executive Order 81 to reorganize the National Security Council, removing Vice President Sara Duterte, her father and former President...
Jeju Air flight from Bangkok in deadly crash
A Jeju Air plane crashed at Muan International Airport early Sunday, killing most of its 181 passengers on Flight 7C 2216 from Bangkok. Yonhap...
