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Philippines: Democracy in Danger?

Howard Johnson reports on democracy in the Philippines, where president Duterte is prosecuting a violent 'war on drugs' and allegedly cracking down on democratic institutions.

Featuring news on issues around the world. Outside the Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte is best known for his violent 'war on drugs'. Now, two years after being elected, critics say Duterte is attacking the very institutions designed to keep his power in check. He's locking up those who criticise him, whilst the children of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos are emerging as powerful players. Howard Johnson reports from the capital Manila, where the outlook for democracy looks bleak.

30 minutes

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Wed 3 Oct 2018 02:30GMT

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