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University of the Philippines (UP)

The University of the Philippines (UP) is the Philippines’ national university, a prominent public coeducational research institution established in 1908. Headquartered in Quezon City, it operates as a system with multiple campuses across the archipelago. UP’s primary mission is to provide advanced instruction, foster research across diverse fields including sciences, arts, and health, and deliver extensive public service. Renowned for its commitment to "Honor, Excellence, Service," it has significantly contributed to national development by producing numerous influential leaders and professionals, upholding academic freedom.

University of the Philippines (UP)

Philippines flood fund theft of ‘people’s money’ forces tax rethink

Abolishing the much maligned travel tax is a good start but the whole system needs an overhaul, critics say.

Her husband was linked to Philippine flood scandal. Now she returns to limelight

Calls grow for tougher rules to track foreign-paid ‘trolls’ in Philippines

Just 1 visa to rule them all? How European-style pass could help Asean tourism

While Asean members such as Malaysia and Vietnam have shown strong post-pandemic growth, tourist numbers have lagged in the Philippines.

Philippine tourism chief’s magazine cover draws backlash as visitor numbers slip

Christina Frasco’s cover appearance has drawn accusations from critics that self-promotion is being prioritised over strategy and results.

‘Not very high’ bar: Philippines inherits Thailand-Cambodia border crisis

Given Asean’s policy of non-interference, the Philippines may be better off leaving peace negotiations to the US and China, experts say.

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.

6 cyclones, 5 weeks: Philippines can’t escape its endless cycle of disaster

Corruption, complacency and climate chaos conspire to turn the Philippines’ natural hazards into man-made tragedies.

Is Philippine speaker’s anti-dynasty push ‘just lip service’?

Critics urge Faustino “Bojie” Dy III to make good on his pledge and help break the stranglehold political dynasties have on Philippine politics.

Philippines courts East Timor as new South China Sea ally in Asean

Next year’s Asean chair has shown interest in formalising defence cooperation with the latest member of the 11-nation bloc.

Deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi in Philippines raises more disaster readiness questions

More than 100 people have been killed in the country as the latest typhoon fuels fears of more unpredictable extreme weather events to come.

Is the ‘Big One’ coming? Earthquake mania grips Philippines as fears mount

Public ‘mass hysteria’ undermines long-term disaster readiness and shows a pressing need for better science communication, analysts say.

US call centre bill threatens Philippines’ US$30 billion outsourcing boom

Nearly 2 million Filipinos’ jobs are on the line, with the BPO sector under siege from US protectionism and the rise of AI.

He finger-painted until it bored him. Then came the fire

The Filipino designer on his sold-out exhibitions in the 1990s, a terrifying incident with a gas canister, and his daily Hong Kong hikes.

Will a Philippine push for ‘bolder’ action on Myanmar strain Asean ties?

The resolution aims to align more closely with Malaysia’s assertive stance, but could complicate Manila’s diplomatic agenda, analysts say.

Could Philippines’ flood-control corruption scandal engulf President Marcos too?

At least 50 politicians and top officials have been implicated so far in what has been called ‘the biggest corruption scandal in history’.

Super Typhoon Ragasa’s fury adds to Philippine President Marcos’ flood of woes

The president is already facing a torrent of public scrutiny in the wake of corruption-linked flood control projects.

Philippine protests: voices mark moral outrage in ‘dangerous, hopeful’ period

Tens of thousands flooded the streets to denounce government corruption, with a number calling for President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr to resign.

Philippines urged to act as China cements control over Scarborough Shoal

A former Philippine Supreme Court justice called the South China Sea nature reserve a calculated legal manoeuvre to assert sovereignty.

‘Chilling’ corruption over flood projects in Philippines fuels campus activism

Over 3,000 students and lecturers from the University of the Philippines left their classrooms on Friday to protest against corruption.

Terror in the deep: a Philippine lake’s myths are rewritten in bones

Legends say Lake Taal’s volcano was born of betrayal. Today, that folklore feels less like a myth and more like a grim metaphor.

‘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.

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.

Philippine Senate ‘archives’ Sara Duterte impeachment, returns case to high court

Voting to ‘archive’ the vice-president’s charges halts a trial, but keeps the option to revive the case open.

‘Terrible’: Sara Duterte impeachment ruling sparks Philippine constitutional row

Critics decry the decision as ‘judicial overreach’, warning it sets a ‘terrible’ precedent that could shield officials from accountability.

Beijing promised Manila billions in development aid. Why did it fall so short?

New study shows China disbursed US$700 million out of a promised US$30.5 billion, with analysts blaming political tensions for the gap.

Philippine court stops VP Sara Duterte’s impeachment on technicality

Legal experts dismayed as they warn voiding the trial over a procedural flaw prevents the public from seeing the ‘truth of the charges’.