From Red Lines to Handshakes: Marcos’ Quiet Pivot on China

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Published on: 12/12/2025

Once firm on the West Philippine Sea, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. now signals a softer diplomatic tone toward China — emphasizing dialogue, cooperation, and “managing differences.” The shift raises questions: Is this strategic diplomacy, economic necessity, or a recalibration under pressure? As regional tensions remain unresolved and maritime disputes persist, the administration’s evolving narrative invites scrutiny on how far diplomacy can stretch without bending national interest.

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Hindi Pinaka-High Tech, Pero Pinaka-Subok: AFP ayon kay Gen. Brawner

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Published on: 12/12/2025

AFP Chief General Romeo Brawner Jr. says the Armed Forces of the Philippines may not be the most technologically advanced, but is among the most experienced globally due to decades of operations against insurgency, terrorism, and disaster response.

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Remulla Wants an ‘Ombudsman Marshal’? Bago tayo pumalakpak, tanungin muna natin: Who will guard the guardian?

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Published on: 10/12/2025

Ombudsman Boying Remulla revealed that the Inter-Agency Coordinating Initiative (ICI) was formed because the Ombudsman office was “inactive” — and may disappear in just two months once new lawyers are hired. Rob Rances reacts with a sharp satirical punch: “So, ICI is a prank!” This commentary exposes how temporary, reactive governance leads to confusion and mistrust. While current officials experiment with short-lived agencies, Filipinos continue to look back at Duterte-era discipline, structure, and long-term planning. Proverbs 21:5 reminds us: “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance.” Strong leadership is strategic — not seasonal.

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AFP to Hold a Simple Christmas Amid Flood Mess Scandal — But Why Must the Troops Pay the Price?

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Published on: 02/12/2025

The Armed Forces of the Philippines will hold a simple Christmas celebration in response to recent calamities and the ongoing flood control corruption controversy. This Politikanta Minute report examines why the AFP must cut back while billions were allegedly lost to ghost projects and failed infrastructure.

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Mike Defensor Accuses: “Ginamit mo ang chopper ni Zaldy Co for 3 months.” — A New Twist in the Flood Scandal Storm

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Published on: 02/12/2025

A deep-dive into Mike Defensor’s viral accusation that President Marcos Jr. used Zaldy Co’s helicopter during the 2022 campaign. This Politikanta Minute blog post examines the ties between campaign assets, flood control corruption allegations, and the growing call for accountability.

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From Red Lines to Handshakes: Marcos’ Quiet Pivot on China

Hindi Pinaka-High Tech, Pero Pinaka-Subok: AFP ayon kay Gen. Brawner

Remulla Wants an ‘Ombudsman Marshal’? Bago tayo pumalakpak, tanungin muna natin: Who will guard the guardian?

AFP to Hold a Simple Christmas Amid Flood Mess Scandal — But Why Must the Troops Pay the Price?

Mike Defensor Accuses: “Ginamit mo ang chopper ni Zaldy Co for 3 months.” — A New Twist in the Flood Scandal Storm

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