Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit delivered a lecture today on the “Overview of the Conduct of 21st Century Philippine Statecraft” at the National Defense College of the Philippines. The lecture formed part of the Master in National Security Administration Program, Regular Course 62. Prof. Manhit discussed Philippine public perceptions of… Read More

Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit joined the Mining Philippines 2026 Conference as a speaker at Conrad Manila. There, he shared his insights on the growing geopolitical competition over critical minerals and its implications for the Philippines’ economic and national security. With the theme ”From Global Trend to National Strategy: Developing the… Read More

The Stratbase Institute, in partnership with the Embassy of Israel in the Philippines, convened “Beyond El Niño: Building Climate-Resilient Food Systems” in Quezon City, bringing together government representatives, agricultural experts, and business leaders to discuss strengthening Philippine food security through innovation. In his opening remarks, Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit… Read More

The Stratbase Institute, in partnership with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Philippines, convened the forum “Deterrence and Alliances in the Indo-Pacific and Europe: Lessons from Two Strategic Theatres” at Makati Diamond Residences. The forum reaffirmed the importance of sustained dialogue and practical cooperation between Europe and the Indo-Pacific in upholding a rules-based international order grounded in international… Read More

Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit held a private briefing for Dr. Peter Fischer-Bollin, Head of the Analysis and Consulting Division of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) in Germany. Joining the private lunch meeting was Dr. Daniela Braun, KAS Philippines Country Head. Prof. Manhit shared insights on the current political landscape and socioeconomic… Read More

The Stratbase Institute, in partnership with the Center for Naval Analyses (CNA) convened a virtual roundtable discussion. The event brought together experts from Stratbase Institute and CNA, where they examined how recent U.S. policy and security developments are being interpreted in the Philippines, their implications for Philippine defense planning and alliance confidence, and the future… Read More

Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit was visited by Embassy of Japan Economic Counsellor Mr. YOKOTA Naobumi and Second Secretary (Economic Section) Ms. MUKAIGAWA Yurie at the Stratbase office. Prof. Manhit was joined by Ms. Venice Rañosa, Stratbase Group Research Director, and Ms. Marie Rillo, Stratbase Group Senior Research Associate. Together,… Read More

Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit joined the Government-Industry-Academe Network (GAIN) 9th National Convention as a speaker, sharing insights on geopolitical risks, AI disruption, and global economic shifts—and their implications for the future of work. Prof. Manhit discussed emerging opportunities for the Filipino workforce amid evolving geopolitical and geo-economic developments and… Read More

Stratbase Institute with the EU-ASEAN Business Council brought together representatives from the government, private sector, industry groups, academe, and civil society for a day of roundtable discussions on health, nutrition, and sustainability on October 14, 2026, at New World Makati Hotel. The morning session discussed ways to improve access to affordable, nutritious food and strengthen… Read More

From October 7 to 8, 2026, Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit, President and CEO of Stratbase Institute, was invited to speak and participate in the 8th ASEAN-ROK Think Tank Strategic Dialogue, hosted by the Korea National Development Academy (KNDA) in Seoul, South Korea.  In his Keynote Speech, Prof. Manhit highlighted that the ASEAN-ROK partnership should not be defined by economic… Read More

Stratbase Group Chief Operating Officer Mr. RP Manhit delivered the keynote speech at the German-Philippine Security Conference hosted by the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc (GPCCI) at the Makati Diamond Residences, Makati City. Stratbase served as the partner organizer for this conference.  In his keynote speech entitled, “Strengthening the Philippines’ Security Architecture: Strategic… Read More

Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit served as a guest speaker at GT Capital Group’s annual strategic planning session at the GT Tower Penthouse in Makati City.  GT Capital’s business interests span banking, automotive, property development, insurance, and infrastructure.  Prof. Manhit shared insights on the Philippine political outlook and policy direction… Read More