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SARA DUTERTE

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. waves during a campaign rally ahead of midterm elections, in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, on May 9.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 22, 2025
Philippines' Marcos asks Cabinet secretaries to resign in government reset
The sweeping directive comes just over a week after a disappointing midterm election for the administration, widely seen as a referendum on Marcos' leadership.
A policeman stands guard near a polling station during national mid-term elections in Buadiposo town, Lanao del Sur province, on the southern island of Mindanao on Monday.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 13, 2025
Dutertes outperform in Philippine midterms in blow for Marcos
Ex-President Rodrigo Duterte looks set to become mayor of Davao City despite his detention by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity.
People wait to vote as election officials (foreground) work at a polling station during midterm elections in Manila on Monday.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 12, 2025
Philippines midterm vote begins as Marcos-Duterte feud and China row flare
The spotlight is on the Senate race, where the 12 winners will be jurors in Duterte’s impeachment trial, set for July when the new Congress convenes.
A man bikes past a wall of campaign posters on the first day of the campaign period for the May 12 midterm elections, in Manila on Feb. 11.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
May 11, 2025
China takes center stage in Philippines' feisty midterm election
The outcome could shape the country's strategic positioning over the remaining half of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr's six-year term.
Demonstrators demand justice for drug war victims, after the arrest of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, in Manila on Tuesday.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Mar 12, 2025
Duterte arrest raises stakes in clash for control of Philippines
The push by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to sideline his main political opponents marks a gamble that could easily backfire.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte attends a news conference in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, the Philippines, on Friday. Would-be senators elected on May 12 face a duty few bargained for — as jurists in the impeachment trial of Duterte.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Feb 11, 2025
Duterte's future in balance as Philippine election season kicks off
Would-be senators elected during the May 12 vote will be jurists in the impeachment trial of the vice president.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte speaks during a news conference at her office in Manila in December.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Feb 6, 2025
Philippine lower house impeaches Vice President Sara Duterte
The impeachment stemmed from a number of allegations, with Duterte having repeatedly denied wrongdoing.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte at the House of Representatives, in Quezon City, Philippines, on Nov. 25
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Dec 3, 2024
Philippine groups seek impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte
The groups are asking Congress to impeach her over complaints, including graft, incompetence and amassing ill-gotten wealth while in office.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte holds a news conference in Quezon City, in Metro Manila, on Tuesday. She denied she was plotting to kill President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., saying recent comments that sparked a government probe only reflected "consternation" with her one-time ally.
COMMENTARY / World
Dec 1, 2024
Philippines politics is often mad. It just got crazier.
Manila cannot afford to be distracted by the latest round of clan rivalry and violent threats.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos (center) stands beside Vice President Sara Duterte (left) in a traditional dress after he delivered his first State of the Nation address at the House of Representatives in Quezon City, Manila, on July 25, 2022.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Nov 26, 2024
Philippines' Marcos vows to fight back after estranged VP's death threat
The threat by Sara Duterte, daughter of firebrand former President Rodrigo Duterte, is the latest twist in a dramatic spat between the powerful families.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivers his third State of the Nation Address (SONA) at the House of Representatives in Quezon City, Metro Manila, on July 22. Marcos is bolstering his base by endorsing big local names for the Senate, including three former movie actors, the daughter of the country's richest man and two of his presidential election rivals.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Oct 1, 2024
Marcos-Duterte battle looms as Philippines prepares for midterm election
The May 2025 election will give President Marcos a chance to consolidate power, which the influential Duterte family is determined to stop after a falling-out.
Rodrigo Duterte is being investigated by the International Criminal Court over his signature "war on drugs" campaign, where thousands were gunned down in what authorities called vigilante killings during his 2016-22 presidency.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 1, 2024
Duterte's senate election bid poses threat to former ally Marcos
The political challenges by the Duterte family could upset the Philippine president's hopes of consolidating power so he can groom a potential successor for 2028.
Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte in Manila on Jan. 28, 2024. Duterte resigned from the Cabinet of President Ferdinand Marcos on Wednesday, the presidential palace said.
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 20, 2024
Philippine vice president exits Marcos Cabinet as alliance collapses
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte resigning from two key posts might give her more power to go against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
May 11, 2022
Marcos Jr.’s rise is grounds for outrage — but hold the shock
It's troubling enough that a Marcos will again lead the Philippines. Bongbong will need deftness in a world as complicated as any his father faced.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / FOCUS
Nov 17, 2021
After dust settles, son of late Philippine dictator emerges as presidential front-runner
Marcos's family is among the country's most famous dynasties and despite its fall from grace, has retained far-reaching and powerful connections.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Oct 11, 2021
Duterte's successor likely to continue Philippines' democratic regression
Another top potential contender, Duterte's daughter Sara Duterte-Carpio, is currently mayor of Davao. She seems to act with the same disregard for the law as her father.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Oct 3, 2021
Daughter of Philippines' Duterte to run for president in 2022, report says
Sara Duterte-Carpio, currently mayor of Davao, the Philippines' third-largest city, could take up the mantle of her father, who announced Saturday that he is retiring from politics.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 28, 2021
After Duterte, the Philippines may get more Duterte
Barred by the constitution from standing again for the presidency, Duterte is preparing for life after next year's elections from a position of unprecedented strength.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Apr 16, 2021
'Run, Sara, Run': Is Duterte's daughter playing her father's game?
Campaigns backing Sara Duterte-Carpio, 42, to succeed the autocratic and capricious president whose war on drugs killed thousands are gathering pace.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / FOCUS
Aug 19, 2018
As Duterte support begins to flag, Philippine leader's daughter reaches out to a Marcos
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte thinks political dynasties are bad. But the way the prevailing political winds are blowing, it looks like a dynasty of his own might be taking shape.
Shinjiro Koizumi takes farm ministry reins after predecessor's rice gaffe
Agriculture minister Taku Eto (left), who resigned on Wednesday, and former Environment Minister Shinjiro Koizumi
Nissan’s troubles might go all the way back to Ghosn 
A lot at a Nissan plant in Mexico. The company may have overextended itself during the Ghosn era.
Japan confirms hard-line position ahead of possible tariff talks in Washington
Ryosei Akazawa, Japan’s chief tariff negotiator, at a news conference on Tuesday. He said that when Japan states it wants the tariffs reviewed, it means Tokyo wants them removed.
Tokyo to cover cost of base service fees for water utilities through summer
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is looking to make the cost of base service fees in water utility bills free during the summer, hoping the financial support will allow residents to turn on their air conditioners and protect themselves against heatstroke.
Trump’s wake-up call for India’s foreign policy
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Feb. 13. Trump’s coercive use of trade threats against India during the Pakistan military crisis has undermined trust in the U.S.-India partnership and exposed Washington as an unreliable security ally.
Nippon Ishin grapples with poor governance ahead of Upper House election
Nippon Ishin no Kai co-leader Seiji Maehara speaks to reporters in Tokyo on Friday.
Beware of dubious websites offering cheap rice, consumer watchdog warns
Questionable websites appear to be taking advantage of consumers looking for cheaper rice online amid the high prices of the staple grain in the nation.
Onosato’s march to yokozuna could usher in golden age for sumo
Onosato (left) battles Gonoyama on Day 6 of the Summer Basho. With Onosato on the cusp of promotion to yokozuna, there could soon be two titans at the top of the sport fighting for titles.
A window into the mind of Esperantist and political activist Teru Hasegawa
Teru Hasegawa, Esperanto name Verda Majo, wrote leftist political essays during WWII.
Nissan’s troubles might go all the way back to Ghosn 
A lot at a Nissan plant in Mexico. The company may have overextended itself during the Ghosn era.

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