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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.

A protester holds a slogan during an anti-corruption rally in Quezon City on November 16. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos’ satisfaction ratings fell to 21 per cent in November – his steepest decline since February this year. Photo: AP

The Philippines

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

A new survey shows Marcos’ satisfaction ratings at only 21 per cent – his lowest since taking office in 2022.

8 Dec 2025 - 6:56PM

The Philippines

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

27 Nov 2025 - 6:14PMvideocam

The Philippines

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

21 Nov 2025 - 10:00AMvideocam

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.

7 Nov 2025 - 8:55PM

Philippines’ President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr during the Apec CEO Summit in Gyeongju on October 31. A new survey shows a decline in Marcos’ trust and approval ratings from July. Photo: AFP

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.

31 Oct 2025 - 5:28PMvideocam

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.

19 Oct 2025 - 10:30AM

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.

8 Sep 2025 - 4:20PMvideocam

Protesters throw balloons filled with dirty water outside the Philippine Department of Public Works and Highways. Photo: AP

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.

28 Aug 2025 - 8:35PMvideocam

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.

25 Aug 2025 - 6:55PMvideocam

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.

22 Aug 2025 - 4:12PMvideocam

Residents wade through a flooded street after heavy rains in Dagupan City, north of Manila, last month. Photo: AFP

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.

18 Aug 2025 - 5:11PMvideocam

Lockheed Martin’s factory at Fort Worth, US. Photo: Fort Worth Star-Telegram/TNS

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.

12 Aug 2025 - 4:06PMvideocam

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.

6 Aug 2025 - 3:23PMvideocam

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.

14 Jul 2025 - 9:48AMvideocam

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr display signed documents after upgrading bilateral relations in 2023. Photo: EPA-EFE

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.

6 Jul 2025 - 10:00AMvideocam

De La Salle University

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

A new survey shows Marcos’ satisfaction ratings at only 21 per cent – his lowest since taking office in 2022.

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

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

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.

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.

.css-1m2rp1p{color:#34b8b5;}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.

‘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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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