Panfilo Lacson

The latest news and top stories on Panfilo Lacson, a prominent figure in Philippine public service. Known for his extensive career in law enforcement and politics, he served as Director General of the Philippine National Police, where he tackled corruption and organised crime. As a legislator, he has been a vigilant budget watchdog, exposing irregularities and authoring significant laws including the Anti-Terrorism Act and National ID Law. He also led rehabilitation efforts after Typhoon Haiyan. Lacson is a vocal critic of the recent US trade deal, labelling it the “worst insult”.

Panfilo Lacson

‘Accountability is coming’: dela Rosa flight piles pressure on Duterte camp

Dela Rosa evading the ICC arrest and the Senate leadership coup could mark a turning point for a Duterte camp under siege, analysts say.

Philippine ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co’s arrest revives long-stalled corruption probe

As Philippines battles fuel crisis, will Marcos postpone Asean summit?

Why Filipinos blame Marcos, not Trump, for the Iran war fuel crisis

A Philippine senator wants Filipinos to hold Trump accountable for their surging fuel bills. But public anger has a different target.

Philippines flood-control probe ‘in peril’ after death of public works official

Analysts said the death removes a pivotal witness and exposes weaknesses in how authorities have handled evidence and testimony.

Can UN anti-corruption pact bring Zaldy Co back to Philippines?

The former lawmaker, who is facing charges linked to the Philippines’ flood control scandal, is suspected to have fled to Portugal.

Could ICC warrants against Duterte allies alter Philippines’ balance of power?

A former Duterte spokesman claims more of the ex-president’s allies will soon be arrested as part of a plot to ‘destroy the opposition’.

Philippine military says ‘no junta’ in its ranks, warns against destabilisation

Plots to oust President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr are ‘not far-fetched’, the Philippine military’s spokeswoman says.

Marcos family feud: Philippine president ‘microdoses’ cocaine, sister claims

Senator Imee Marcos’ explosive allegations of drug use and cover-up tactics against her own brother have deepened a bitter family feud.

Why Philippines picked ‘results-driven reformer’ to stem flood corruption

Transport chief Vince Dizon expected to produce results as he takes over the public works department, with ‘political survival’ at stake.

Will lifestyle checks on Philippine agencies stem flood corruption?

Analysts say while such lifestyle checks are a step in the right direction, they may not be as effective in uncovering the depth of corruption.

Philippine police chief sacked after just 84 days in record-short tenure

President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr had praised Nicolas Torre III as ‘our new champion’ less than a month before dismissing him.

Philippine Senate ‘archives’ Sara Duterte impeachment, returns case to high court

Voting to ‘archive’ the vice-president’s charges halts a trial, but keeps the option to revive the case open.

Philippines debates jailing adult children for parental neglect

A senator's controversial bill proposes up to six months' imprisonment or hefty fines for those who fail to support elderly parents.

A knockout idea? Philippines police chief accepts boxing challenge from Duterte’s son

General Torre said he had booked a stadium to fight Sebastian Duterte and ‘it’s up to him whether he shows up or not’.

Philippines eyes further tariff bargain with Trump amid ‘insult’

Envoy Jose Manuel Romualdez says there is ‘room for more improvement’ on the levy announced by the US president.

Rating the Philippines’ new 19% tariff: ‘significant’ win or ‘worst insult’?

Critics warn the new rate, a modest shift from the previous 20 per cent, undermines fair trade and puts Philippine industries at a competitive disadvantage.