Whither the Philippines in the 21st Century?

The Philippines is constantly plagued by political turmoil yet continues to hold great potential for successfully combining political freedoms with sustained economic growth. Scholars examine these seemingly contradictory trends in order to gain a sense of the country’s prospects, contributing sharp and fresh insights into a variety of areas including: the presidency and political parties; constitutional change and federalism; the roles of the military, religion, and the media and politics; the conflict in Mindanao; the communist insurgency, etc. The analyses offered in this volume provide a deeper perspective and a more balanced appreciation of events in the country and a glimpse of the prospects and challenges it faces.