The Stratbase Institute for Strategic and International Studies (Stratbase Institute) is an independent, international research organization dedicated to advancing strategic insights and policy solutions to address the complex challenges facing the Philippines and the broader Indo-Pacific region. With a focus on fostering collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based analysis, the Institute serves as a thought leader in shaping national, regional, and global policy landscapes.

The Latest from the Stratbase Institute

Thinking Beyond Politics

Stratbase Group Founder and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit, Stratbase Group COO Mr. RP Manhit, and Stratbase Institute Executive Director Ms. Claudette Guevara-Hizon welcomed the 20th batch of Stratbase interns from Ateneo de Manila University, Everest International Academy, Miriam College, the University of the Philippines Manila, and ILERI – School of International Relations.  Now in its 20th iteration, the Stratbase Group Internship Program has helped… Read More

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Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit was interviewed by Ms. Jessica Taylor, Atlantic Council Non-Resident Indo-Pacific Security Initiative Fellow, and PhD Candidate in Security Studies at Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs. Joining the discussion was Stratbase Institute Executive Director Ms. Claudette Guevara-Hizon.  The discussion explored the evolution of Philippine security and threat perceptions, public and government views… Read More

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Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit, alongside Stratbase Group COO Mr. RP Manhit, arranged a visiting tour to the ports of Manila for American academics teaching business, finance, and management hosted by the Institute for International Business of the University of Colorado Denver.   The delegation was briefed and toured by the International Container Terminal Services, Inc.… Read More

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Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), led by GWEC CEO Mr. Ben Backwell, visited Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit at the Stratbase office. Together, they discussed about the growing opportunities in the renewable energy space in the region and in the Philippines.  Stratbase continues to advocate for the clean energy transition and the diversification of the energy mix… Read More

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Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit was invited as a speaker for the visiting delegation from the FDIB (Faculty Development in International Business) program of the University of Colorado Denver at the Asian Institute of Management (AIM) in Makati City. The delegation was joined by American academics teaching finance, international business, and legal management,… Read More

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The Stratbase Institute and the Embassy of France in the Philippines held the sixth installment of “Blue Nations: France and the Philippines, Partners for the Oceans” initiative. Entitled “Advancing High Seas Governance: Opportunities for Regional Cooperation on BBNJ Agreement Implementation,” the conference gathered at the Manila Polo Club marine scientists, legal experts, policymakers, and civil society representatives… Read More

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Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit spoke during Manila House Private Club’s event on “Scandal, Security, and the State of the Nation”. He joined a panel discussion moderated by Ms. Ces Drilon, News Anchor for OneNews.  During his talk, he spoke of the need for geostrategic thinking in a fragmented world and local politics and dynamics. Prof. Manhit spoke about… Read More

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Representatives from the Philippine Energy Research and Policy Institute (PERPI) paid a courtesy visit to Stratbase Institute President Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit. He was joined by Stratbase Deputy Managing Director Mr. Orlando Oxales, Chief of Staff Ms. Dana Dinsay, Program and Research Manager for Clean Energy Transition and Energy Security Ms. Linar Orbista, and Senior Program and Research Associate… Read More

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The Stratbase Institute, in partnership with Konrad-Adenaeur-Stiftung Philippines, held a closed-door discussion entitled “Chinese Cyber Capabilities in Focus: Strategic Insights for a Changing Security Landscape,” as part of its Manila Calling Discussion Series at the Manila House Private Club, Taguig City.   Held under the Chatham House Rule, the forum convened representatives from government, the military, academia, the… Read More

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Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit was invited to be a speaker during the Strategic Planning of Likhaan’s Board of Trustees in Somerset Makati. Likhaan is a non-government organization that aims to achieve health and equality, particularly of women and poor and disadvantaged groups.   For his talk, he spoke on the national economic and political situation, particularly on… Read More

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Stratbase Institute, together with SIGNAL Group and the Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology (RCAST) of the University of Tokyo, organized an Israel-Japan-Philippines Trilateral Dialogue. The dialogue brought together representatives from the three countries to explore shared strategic outlooks and pathways for deeper trilateral cooperation.   Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit served as moderator… Read More

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Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit met with Ambassador of the Republic of Korea H.E. Lee Sanghwa, with Ms. Dana Dinsay, Chief of Staff of the Stratbase Group.  They discussed the Korea-Philippines bilateral relationship reaching its peak following the March state visit of President Lee Jae Myung. They also discussed the increasing cooperation in the defense sector, Korea’s… Read More

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