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

Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit, President and CEO of Stratbase Institute, met with Ms. Pyo Ji Eun, Economic Counsellor, and Mr. Kim Dong Hoo, Second Secretary of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines, to discuss opportunities for collaboration and deeper engagement between Stratbase Institute and the Korean Embassy. They were joined… Read More

Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit, President and CEO of Stratbase Institute, delivered an address at the Ninth General Membership Monthly Meeting of the Consular Corps of the Philippines at Makati Shangri-La, where he presented “Geostrategic Thinking and Regional Dynamics in a Fragmented World” to present and former Dean Consuls.   Also present at the meeting were H.E. Massimo Santoro… Read More

Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit, was visited by representatives from Global Affairs Canada, Mr. Mathieu Audet, Director of the Evaluation Division; Mr. Laurent Tran, Evaluation Manager; and Mr. Patrick O’Neill, First Secretary of the Embassy of Canada in the Philippines.  The meeting provided an opportunity to reflect on Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy and discuss how… Read More

Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit attended an evening reception at the Ambassador’s Residence in Makati City celebrating 60 years of partnership between New Zealand and the Philippines. He attended at the invitation of H.E. Catherine McIntosh, Ambassador of New Zealand to the Philippines.  Stratbase joins the Embassy of New Zealand in celebrating this longstanding… Read More

Stratbase Institute President and CEO Prof. Dindo Manhit was visited by COL Alexander Banatao PA, Executive Officer, OJ7, and LTC Emerson Bañadera PAF (GSC), Chief of Public Affairs Division, OJ7, at the Stratbase office. He was joined by Mr. Orlando “Orly” Oxales, Stratbase Group Deputy Managing Director.  Together, they discussed collaborating with their office on… Read More