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Philippines re-enacts the old electoral ritual Ronald D. Holmes 5 May 2016 Next week’s elections will determine whether the gains made under president Benigno Aquino are consolidated or eroded, writes Ronald D. Holmes in Manila Changing the rules of the game Ronald D. Holmes 15 September 2014 Philippines president Benigno Aquino seems to be considering a constitutional change that would allow him to serve a second term, writes Ronald D. Holmes in Manila. But… International Typhoon Haiyan: a tale of two responses Ronald D. Holmes 25 November 2013 Solidarity filled the gap left by a rudderless government, writes Ronald D. Holmes International Despite “legislator’s booty,” the news is mostly good for Noynoy Aquino Ronald D. Holmes 18 October 2013 The Philippine president is embroiled in controversy over a longstanding government slush fund. Backed by high approval ratings, he now needs to double down on reform, writes…