The only way for the Philippines is forward

Posted by Irineo B. R. Salazar on July 17, 2025 · 138 Comments 

The Dalian trains are finally being put to use on the MRT-3 after ten years, having been kept from being used by pettiness. After two rants, I have something nicer to say about the Philippines. There are people there now who understand building on what is already there. Marcos Jr. following the 1987 Constitution, or … Continue reading →

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The Philippines and the world

Posted by Irineo B. R. Salazar on September 5, 2024 · 196 Comments 

My mixed perspective when it comes to the Philippines and the world does show me that the relationship between the two can be strange. This is also visible in Philippine politics. Marcos Sr. was very eager to show a positive image of the Philippines to the world. Some Filipinos loved Duterte for thumbing his nose … Continue reading →

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A Huge Philippine Weakness: Acting Transactionally Rather Than Strategically

Posted by JoeAm on February 20, 2013 · 20 Comments 

I have written about this subject before, but want to take a different swing at it. You know, three swings before getting called out. Several incidents have occurred recently that illustrate the point I want to make. The point is this: The Philippines is a transactional nation, responding to events rather than planning how to … Continue reading →

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