French trade union rivalry is likely to intensify

Unless a right-wing president reunites trade unions against him, their struggle for dominance is likely to continue

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Philippines majorities will hold together, for now

With a far-reaching reform agenda planned by the new president, the 17th congress will soon convene

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The state broadcaster is becoming the focus of concerns over the future of media freedom

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Tougher immigration policies have helped mainstream parties win back support

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The political class is still inclined to grant impunity to big business in return for funding

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As elections loom, the political opposition is fragmented

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The government's long-promised higher education reform bill faces many critics and probable delays

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The prime minister's electoral gamble to gain support for his leadership and policy agenda has backfired

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Drug trafficking is high on the list of problems worsening corruption and insecurity

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Government control is less about direct censorship than dominating the narrative and marginalising other voices

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