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Continue reading →: Justice Prevails: The Unfolding Drama of AMA Rural Bank and the BSPBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo Sometimes, justice has a way of slicing through the fog of bureaucratic indifference, revealing the stark outlines of arrogance and bad faith. The recent decision by the Court of Appeals (CA) Twelfth Division against top officials of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the…
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Continue reading →: From Waves to Wonders: The $397-Billion Gamble on Reclaiming Philippine ShoresBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo The Philippines is embarking on an ambitious journey that promises to reshape its landscape and future. Multi-billion-dollar reclamation projects are underway, carving out new land from the sea, particularly around the bustling Manila Bay. These undertakings aim to decongest cities, create new economic opportunities, and…
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Continue reading →: Emergency Powers and Ethical Boundaries: The Dark Underbelly of Duterte’s Pandemic ResponseBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the throes of a global pandemic, when fear and uncertainty gripped the nation, extraordinary powers were granted to extraordinary leaders. In the Philippines, former President Rodrigo Duterte was one such leader, vested with emergency powers under Republic Act No. 11469, the “Bayanihan to Heal…
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Continue reading →: Building the Future: Why the Philippines Must Overcome Its Infrastructure DelaysBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the unforgiving arena of economic development, where progress is measured in the concrete and steel of infrastructure, the Philippines stands at a crossroads. The recent call by GlobalSource Partners to urgently address the nation’s infrastructure challenges underscores a stark reality: the Philippines’ quest for…
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Continue reading →: Legal Clarity vs. Historical Myths: The South China Sea ShowdownBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the perennial geopolitical drama of the South China Sea, recent developments have once again brought the simmering tensions to the fore. China’s latest reiteration of its “indisputable sovereignty” over the South China Sea islands starkly contrasts with the Philippines’ steadfast stance, grounded firmly in…
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Continue reading →: Provoking Peril: The China Coast Guard’s Dangerous Games in Philippine WatersBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo || The waters of the South China Sea have long been troubled, but the recent actions of the China Coast Guard (CCG) represent a new low in their brazen aggression. On May 19, Filipino soldiers stationed on the BRP Sierra Madre—a decaying warship serving as…
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Continue reading →: Bridge Over Troubled Waters: Mayor Baste Duterte Extends Olive Branch to MarcosesBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the shadowy realm of Philippine politics, where alliances shift like sand dunes in a desert storm, a surprising twist has emerged. Davao Mayor Sebastian Duterte, scion of the formidable Duterte dynasty, is extending an olive branch to the Marcoses, signaling a desire for peace…
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Continue reading →: A Tale of Two Realities: Mayor Guo’s Suspended SagaBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the twisting landscape of Philippine politics, where shadows conceal as much as they reveal, a chilling saga unfolds. Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo finds herself at the center of a storm, buffeted by allegations of grave misconduct, serious dishonesty, and gross neglect of duty.…
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Continue reading →: A Call for Peace: Marcos’ Firm Stance Against Chinese Coercion in the South China SeaBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In a world where international norms and sovereign rights should reign supreme, the South China Sea has become a powder keg. The tension is palpable, the stakes are high, and the room for error is perilously narrow. The latest statements from China’s defense minister, Dong…
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Continue reading →: China’s Propaganda Against the Philippines Demands Immediate ResponseBy Louis ‘Barok’ C. Biraogo In the latest episode of South China Sea tensions, Chinese state media has accused the Philippines of aggressive actions, claiming that Philippine personnel pointed guns at China’s Coast Guard near the Ayungin Shoal. This allegation, made via a fleeting 29-second video showing a masked man…
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