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Thinking Beyond Politics
This paper presents the localization of climate change action and disaster management, which is basically anchored on inter-LGU dynamism. By drawing on the practices and conditions in the province of Iloilo, the study identifies the factors that will sustain interest and motivation among LGUs to collaborate in environmental governance. Read More
This paper examines the economic implications of a new cold war, reviews the main lessons from the First Cold War, and synthesizes the main insights to guide the initial policy guidelines for countries navigating Cold War 2.0. Read More
This paper represents an exploratory study about the information warfare being perpetrated by the People’s Republic of China in the Philippines, which primarily deals with the West Philippine Sea issue. Read More
December 9 is the International Anti-Corruption Day designated by the UN Convention Against Corruption, to raise public awareness of the need for all members of society to work towards curbing corrupt activity and achieving transparent and accountable governance. It is along these lines that network-building and collaborative measures are seen to be integral. Read More
In light of the recent Hamas attack on Israel, this paper advances the preferred option of establishing an impartial administration of technocrats in Gaza with the support and involvement of pragmatic Arab states and the international community, and in coordination with the Palestinian authority. Read More
The international community has repetitively expressed its support for the Philippines as it confronts security challenges within its maritime territory. Like-minded states such as Australia and South Korea have worked to expand their security relations with the Philippines, thus playing a crucial role as a defender of a rules-based international order. With shared security challenges within their geopolitical landscape, these states leverage opportunities for collaboration. Read More
Geopolitical and geoeconomic developments trigger a domino effect that can affect economies and societies around the world. As various threats continue to emerge in the Indo-Pacific, the international community needs to collectively manage and address a wide range of risks that could impede and undermine economic opportunities in the region. Since countries have become dependent on each other for resources, it is necessary for them to forge partnerships and alliances with one another on a global scale. Read More
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