Here’s what to know about the crucial midterms and the rival dynasties at the heart of the Southeast Asian nation’s politics.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, who is awaiting trial for alleged crimes against humanity, was expected to win the race for Davao mayor.

Early results have begun to arrive in the Philippines' midterm elections, which have been dominated by a long-running feud between its two biggest political dynasties The senate races pit ...

Candidates linked to Philippine ex-leader Rodrigo Duterte appear to have won election victories, including Duterte himself, despite him being detained for alleged crimes against humanity.

Nikkei Asia's news story of the results can be read here: Philippine elections deliver surprise backing for ex-President Duterte. Official declarations are due in a week, after candidates have ...

A man stands in front of a wall with campaign posters put up, a day before the May 12 midterm elections, in Manila, Philippines, on May 11. Lisa Marie David/Reuters The Philippines ...

The recent Senate elections in the Philippines delivered an unexpected result, sparking concerns among those closely ...

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte ... required to remove her from office and bar her from running in future elections, including the 2028 presidential one. Twelve out of 24 Senate ...

Filipinos cast their votes for the Philippine midterm elections in Antipolo City on May 12, 2025. Credit - Ryan Eduard Benaid—NurPhoto/Getty Images Instead, however, the election, in which tens ...

MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections failed to root out vote-buying for the midterm elections, according to observers from the European Union, who deemed the practice "endemic and ...

Poll body says allowing foreigners inside precincts violates Philippine election laws File photo: Volunteers at election watchdog Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting's (PPCRV ...