Trump’s discussions will largely centre on trade and North Korea but he remains dogged by things he has said, and not said, about Russia. Continue reading →

Duterte has drawn international condemnation for sanctioning a bloody drug war that features extrajudicial killing of drug dealers and users. Continue reading →

Duterte used the story to defend his violent crackdown on drug dealers and users in the Philippines. Continue reading →

Duterte said he would deal with Trump “in the most righteous way” when they meet next month to discuss regional security and Manila’s war on drugs. Continue reading →

“Why are you smitten with teenagers? Are you? I’m having my doubts. Are you gay or a pedophile?” Duterte said, referring to the Philippines’ top human rights official Chito Gascon. Continue reading →

The comment came as Duterte and U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson reacted to a shouted question about whether they’d discuss human rights. Continue reading →

The brutal crackdown has resulted in thousands of deaths, but the street price of crystal meth has fallen and Filipinos remain anxious about crime. Continue reading →

The White House said Duterte’s cooperation was needed to counter North Korea. Continue reading →

“I hope that this will be less bloody, if not bloodless,” said national police chief Ronald dela Rosa. Continue reading →

“Now that the operations have been suspended, drugs have become rampant again.” Continue reading →