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De La Salle University
The latest news and top stories on De La Salle University. A prominent Philippine-based private, Catholic research university, De La Salle University (DLSU) is dedicated to being a leading learner-centred institution, bridging faith and scholarship for a sustainable Earth and serving society. Its main campus is in Manila, with others including Laguna. DLSU focuses on academic excellence, prolific research, and community service, offering extensive programmes across diverse fields. Recognised as a Center of Excellence and holding the highest accreditation, DLSU is a significant educational hub in the Philippines.
Philippine Navy personnel aboard BRP Miguel Malvar during a naval exercise in the South China Sea in August 2025. Photo: Armed Forces of the Philippines, Public Affairs Office via AP
The Philippines

French ‘intimacy’: Philippines, France near deal for Indo-Pacific strength

The visiting forces deal comes on top of similar pacts with other nations and could help the Philippines attain a ‘muscular defence arsenal’.

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2025 Cambodia-Thailand conflict

Token gesture? Why US is spending US$45 million on Thai-Cambodian border war

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The Philippines

In Philippines, Marcos’ ratings sink as anti-corruption drive ‘backfires’

The Philippines

As Philippines targets more Pogo figures, can Marcos regain public trust?

The flood-control scandal has a bigger impact on the Philippine president’s approval rating than any anti-Pogo moves, analysts say.

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Harry Roque, a spokesman for ex-Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, talks to journalists outside the International Criminal Court ahead of Duterte’s hearing in The Hague in March. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Show of force? How mass rally put Philippine church in power spotlight

The Iglesia ni Cristo is seeking to use the corruption scandal to assert its relevance amid the warring factions in government, analysts say.

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The Philippines

Philippines’ Marcos ‘the main casualty’ of political issues as ratings fall

A new survey shows Duterte-Carpio likely regaining momentum as Marcos grapples with waning confidence in his leadership.

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The Philippines

Canada, Philippines take ‘next step’ with joint forces pact amid China concerns

The deal is mutually beneficial to both countries, particularly as Canada moves out from under the US’ shadow in the region, analysts say.

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Philippine Navy personnel watch a Canadian vessel during the joint exercises in the South China Sea last year. Photo: Public Affairs Office Armed Forces of the Philippines/AP
Asean

Asian Angle | Caught in the crossfire: how Asean can survive a US-China economic cold war

Trapped between duelling trade wars and tech blockades, Asean must unite to avoid becoming a casualty of the US-China rivalry.

The Philippines

‘Drowning in money’: Filipinos seethe over ‘stolen’ flood control funds

Corruption accusations have fanned protesters’ anger, with calls online for a larger movement mirroring Indonesia’s recent unrest.

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The Philippines

Will lifestyle checks on Philippine agencies stem flood corruption?

Analysts say while such lifestyle checks are a step in the right direction, they may not be as effective in uncovering the depth of corruption.

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Flooded villages in Calumpit, Bulacan province, north of Manila, last month, after a river overflowed due to heavy rains brought about by Typhoon Co-May. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Filipinos worry Chinese online claims to Batanes risk real-world conflict

Analysts warn such narratives seek to enhance Beijing’s claims in the South China Sea and influence public opinion in the Philippines.

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A China Coast Guard vessel is seen in waters off Batanes, the Philippines, on August 7. Photo: Philippine Coast Guard
The Philippines

Philippine president fumes over flood corruption, ‘economic sabotage’

Despite billions being spent on flood control in recent years, Manila was still submerged this summer after four days of torrential rain.

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The Philippines

US defence giant makes a soft power play in the Philippines with R&D hub

The US defence giant’s ‘soft-power’ play with ‘hard-power’ effects is a combination China will find concerning, analysts say.

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Asean

Thailand-Cambodia ‘deep mistrust’ tests Asean’s peacekeeping role

Asean observers may ease tensions for now, but a lasting peace on the Thai-Cambodian border requires sustained engagement, analysts say.

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A man walks inside a building damaged by artillery fire along the Thailand-Cambodia border in Oddar Meanchey, Cambodia, on August 1. Photo: Reuters
The Philippines

Philippines, India mark strategic leap in 75 years of ties amid China tensions

Marcos’ ‘landmark’ visit reflects the countries’ growing convergence on defence and economic interests, analysts say.

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr (right) with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the ceremonial reception at the presidential palace Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Tuesday. Photo: AFP
China-Australia relations

China trade or Philippine defence ties? Why Australia attempts to balance both

While seeking stable ties with its largest trading partner, Australia must also ‘maintain credibility as a regional stabiliser’, analysts say.

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The Philippines

Political dynasties threaten Philippines’ democracy, EU observers warn

Political power remains concentrated within a small circle of elite families, the team monitoring the Philippines midterm polls say.

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