The political scene in the Philippines has long been dominated by strong personalities, with particular dynasties and families exercising considerable influence over the running of the republic. These personalities and families are usually centred on a local area, the patronage of which provides a long-term support base. They have tended to eclipse...
After across-the-board elections in 2010, the Philippines entered the second decade of the 21st century with some optimism that the new president and Congress, not to mention a range of new local leaders, would move to tackle a number of tough political challenges facing the country.
With limited resources to hand, which areas should the Philippines prioritise in terms of funding?
How will a free and open investment regime be achieved as a means to increase ASEAN’s competitiveness in attracting foreign investment?
Today the idea of the “developed West and developing rest” is all but irrelevant. The world has changed and so must the UK if we are to prevent our role and influence in international affairs from declining. Key to this will be making the most of opportunities presented by a new international paradigm in which economic power and influence is...
How can APEC distinguish itself from other regional groupings as a venue for economic cooperation?
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