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Claire Castro

Claire Castro
The latest news and top stories on Claire Castro, the Undersecretary of the Presidential Communications Office of the Philippines since February 2025. A trial lawyer with a Master’s degree in law, she was a prominent media personality, radio host, TV presenter, and podcaster providing legal advice.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr will head to Kazan from June 17 to 18 for the Asean-Russia Commemorative Summit. Photo: Pool via Reuters
The Philippines

Why US and China are watching Philippines’ Marcos at Russia-Asean talks

The visit comes amid expanded military ties with the US but is unlikely to signal a shift in Philippine foreign policy, analysts say.

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Philippines’ top court rejects Dela Rosa’s bid to block ICC arrest warrant

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The Philippines

Philippine court order over Marcos’ health raises constitutional question

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Philippine ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co’s arrest revives long-stalled corruption probe

Observers say Co’s arrest is a ‘notable step towards accountability’ and committee hearings on the flood control scandal could resume.

Former lawmaker Zaldy Co (left) and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr. Photo: AFP
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Marcos ‘angry’ over official’s ‘mistreatment’ of OFWs in Bahrain

A video shows the official shooing away Filipino workers seeking financial help outside the Philippine embassy in Bahrain.

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Philippine lawmaker slammed for ‘sexist’ remarks in defence of VP Sara

Analysts say lawmaker Angel Suntay’s comments have become an ‘effective distraction’ against the vice-president’s impeachment proceedings.

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Leaked letter spotlights Philippines’ South China Sea tug of war

The letter by Foreign Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro warns against public exchanges that could narrow the country’s ‘diplomatic space’.

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A Philippine coastguard vessel sails in disputed waters of the South China Sea during a maritime drill. Photo: EPA-EFE
The Philippines

Twin impeachments a ‘stress test’ for Philippine institutional strength

The exercise may risk economic damage, but could also show how a political crisis could be tackled using constitutional means, analysts say.

The Philippines

Is Philippines being unfairly named in Australia’s Bondi Beach shooting?

Australian police are looking into a trip the two suspects made to Davao City, but Philippine officials say it is not connected to the shooting.

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Can UN anti-corruption pact bring Zaldy Co back to Philippines?

The former lawmaker, who is facing charges linked to the Philippines’ flood control scandal, is suspected to have fled to Portugal.

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Fugitive Philippine lawmaker Zaldy Co (left) and President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr. Photo: Handout, AFP
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Philippines’ first family says financial scrutiny welcome amid graft allegations

A spokesperson for the president said his family was open to lifestyle checks after questions emerged over funds sent to his son’s district.

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr arrives at Malacanang Palace in Manila after his inauguration on June 30, 2022, accompanied by his wife Louise and his son, Congressman Sandro Marcos. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Why Russia is targeting the Philippines with Ukraine mercenary claims

As Moscow wages an information war far from the battlefields of Ukraine, an improbable front has opened up in Southeast Asia.

The Philippines

Marcos family feud: Philippine president ‘microdoses’ cocaine, sister claims

Senator Imee Marcos’ explosive allegations of drug use and cover-up tactics against her own brother have deepened a bitter family feud.

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Philippine military fires back as Duterte’s son takes potshot at US ties

Paolo Duterte’s claims of the military ‘showing off for America’ are aimed at undermining the current administration, analysts say.

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Paolo Duterte, son of former Philippine president Rodrigo, represents Davao City, the hometown of the Duterte clan. Photo: Reuters
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Unrest in Philippine military? Ire of old guard could spell trouble for Marcos

Insider sources said the retired generals met top brass to urge them to abandon the president ahead of the mass corruption protests.

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr (right) rides beside military chief General Romeo Brawner Jnr as he reviews troops during the 89th anniversary of the Armed Forces of the Philippines at military headquarters Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City on December 20, 2024. Photo: AP
The Philippines

Who was behind violence at anti-corruption protests in the Philippines?

The protests in Manila and across the Philippines on Sunday were triggered by anger over corruption linked to flood control projects.

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‘Going to war’: Philippines’ transport chief slams his ride in overcrowded bus

Giovanni Lopez has ordered his officials to use public transport once a week and let them experience the daily ordeal of commuters.

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‘Red alert’: Philippines gripped by coup rumours before anti-corruption protests

The defence department and the military have warned against ‘futile’ attempts suggesting ‘unconstitutional’ interventions.

Soldiers march during a parade to mark the 89th founding anniversary of the Philippines armed forces in Manila last December. The military has vowed to uphold the Constitution amid coup rumours. Photo: AFP
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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‘Silent epidemic’: how online gambling is ravaging Filipinos’ lives

As addiction to online gambling grows, rehabilitation groups in the Philippines are urging the government to act – before it’s too late.

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Disinformation and deepfakes drive growing partisan divide in the Philippines

Experts say low digital literacy, high social media use and eroding trust make the Philippines fertile ground for fake political content.

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A photo illustration taken in Hong Kong on June 20 shows a person holding two mobile phones with two viral AI-generated videos of students and an old woman voicing their opinions on the impeachment of Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte. Days after the Philippine Senate declined to launch the impeachment trial of the country’s vice-president, two interviews with Filipinos arguing for and against the move went viral. Neither were real. Photo: AFP
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Sack of bones, Duterte drug war add to growing Philippine cock fighters mystery

Three sacks pulled from Taal Lake as justice secretary notes ‘intersection’ in drug war operations and cock fighters’ deaths.

Philippine coastguard personnel aboard an inflatable boat speeds past one of Taal craters on their way to the site where the bodies of cock fighters were allegedly dumped in Taal Lake off Laurel town, Batangas province south of Manila on Thursday. Photo: AFP
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Philippines summons Chinese ambassador over travel ban on former senator

Manila said the ban on ex-senate majority leader Francis Tolentino was ‘inconsistent with the norms of mutual respect’ between countries.

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‘A national crisis’: why Philippines is still struggling to legalise divorce

Lawmakers have been trying to pass a divorce law since 2005, but continue to face resistance in the Catholic-majority country.

Pro-divorce protesters take part in a demonstration in front of the Senate Building in Pasay, Metro Manila. Photo: AFP
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