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Panfilo Lacson

Panfilo Lacson
The latest news and top stories on Panfilo Lacson, a prominent figure in Philippine public service. Known for his extensive career in law enforcement and politics, he served as Director General of the Philippine National Police, where he tackled corruption and organised crime. As a legislator, he has been a vigilant budget watchdog, exposing irregularities and authoring significant laws including the Anti-Terrorism Act and National ID Law. He also led rehabilitation efforts after Typhoon Haiyan. Lacson is a vocal critic of the recent US trade deal, labelling it the “worst insult”.
The Senate of the Philippines building in Pasay City, Metro Manila, in July. Lawmakers are deliberating a bill expanding espionage laws to cover peacetime activities. Photo: Xinhua
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Is the Philippines using new anti-spying laws to silence critics?

Proposed updates to a 1941 law could impose life sentences for broad offences, raising fears the law could be weaponised against dissent.

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Philippine flood-control scandal resurfaces after latest monsoon deluge

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Philippine military chief vows to stay neutral as Marcos-Duterte feud deepens

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‘Accountability is coming’: dela Rosa flight piles pressure on Duterte camp

Dela Rosa evading the ICC arrest and the Senate leadership coup could mark a turning point for a Duterte camp under siege, analysts say.

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Philippine Senator Ronald dela Rosa shows his bandaged fingers during a session at the Senate in Metro Manila on Tuesday, a day after he evaded an ICC arrest warrant. Photo: EPA
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Philippine ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co’s arrest revives long-stalled corruption probe

Observers say Co’s arrest is a ‘notable step towards accountability’ and committee hearings on the flood control scandal could resume.

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As Philippines battles fuel crisis, will Marcos postpone Asean summit?

Lawmakers have urged the president to postpone or scale down the event and redirect funds towards softening the blow of rising energy costs.

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Why Filipinos blame Marcos, not Trump, for the Iran war fuel crisis

A Philippine senator wants Filipinos to hold Trump accountable for their surging fuel bills. But public anger has a different target.

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr gives a press conference on the Philippines’ national energy emergency at Malacanang Palace in Manila on Wednesday. Photo: EPA
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Philippines flood-control probe ‘in peril’ after death of public works official

Analysts said the death removes a pivotal witness and exposes weaknesses in how authorities have handled evidence and testimony.

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Can UN anti-corruption pact bring Zaldy Co back to Philippines?

The former lawmaker, who is facing charges linked to the Philippines’ flood control scandal, is suspected to have fled to Portugal.

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Could ICC warrants against Duterte allies alter Philippines’ balance of power?

A former Duterte spokesman claims more of the ex-president’s allies will soon be arrested as part of a plot to ‘destroy the opposition’.

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Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte during a senate inquiry on the so-called war on drugs during his administration at the Philippine Senate in Manila in October 2024. Duterte is currently detained in the Netherlands. Photo: AP
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Philippine military says ‘no junta’ in its ranks, warns against destabilisation

Plots to oust President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr are ‘not far-fetched’, the Philippine military’s spokeswoman says.

A military parade marking the 89th founding anniversary of the Armed Forces of the Philippines at Camp Aguinaldo in Manila last December. Photo: AFP
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Marcos family feud: Philippine president ‘microdoses’ cocaine, sister claims

Senator Imee Marcos’ explosive allegations of drug use and cover-up tactics against her own brother have deepened a bitter family feud.

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Why Philippines picked ‘results-driven reformer’ to stem flood corruption

Transport chief Vince Dizon expected to produce results as he takes over the public works department, with ‘political survival’ at stake.

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Will lifestyle checks on Philippine agencies stem flood corruption?

Analysts say while such lifestyle checks are a step in the right direction, they may not be as effective in uncovering the depth of corruption.

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Flooded villages in Calumpit, Bulacan province, north of Manila, last month, after a river overflowed due to heavy rains brought about by Typhoon Co-May. Photo: AFP
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Philippine police chief sacked after just 84 days in record-short tenure

President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr had praised Nicolas Torre III as ‘our new champion’ less than a month before dismissing him.

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Philippine Interior Secretary Juanito Remulla (second left) and incoming police officer-in-charge Lieutenant General Jose Nartatez (third left) stand in front of an image of outgoing chief General Nicolas Torre III during a change-of-command ceremony at Camp Crame in Quezon City on Tuesday. Nartatez replaces Torre, who served just over two months. Photo: EPA
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Philippine Senate ‘archives’ Sara Duterte impeachment, returns case to high court

Voting to ‘archive’ the vice-president’s charges halts a trial, but keeps the option to revive the case open.

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Philippines debates jailing adult children for parental neglect

A senator's controversial bill proposes up to six months' imprisonment or hefty fines for those who fail to support elderly parents.

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A knockout idea? Philippines police chief accepts boxing challenge from Duterte’s son

General Torre said he had booked a stadium to fight Sebastian Duterte and ‘it’s up to him whether he shows up or not’.

Philippine National Police chief General Nicolas Torre III prepares for his fight against Sebastian Duterte on Thursday. Photo: Handout
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Philippines eyes further tariff bargain with Trump amid ‘insult’

Envoy Jose Manuel Romualdez says there is ‘room for more improvement’ on the levy announced by the US president.

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Rating the Philippines’ new 19% tariff: ‘significant’ win or ‘worst insult’?

Critics warn the new rate, a modest shift from the previous 20 per cent, undermines fair trade and puts Philippine industries at a competitive disadvantage.

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US President Donald Trump (left) welcomes Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr at the White House in Washington on Tuesday. Marcos secured a 19 per cent tariff rate on Philippine goods alongside zero tariffs for US exports. Photo: Xinhua
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