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The site of a shooting in which nine farmers were killed at a plantation in Negros Occidental province, central Philippines, is seen in a handout photo provided by the National Federation of Sugarcane Workers, Oct. 21, 2018.

Gunmen Slay 9 Farmers in Central Philippines

The farmers were occupying part of a sugarcane plantation in Sagay, Negros Occidental province.

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Philippines, China Reaffirm ‘Freedom of Navigation’ in South China Sea

There is potential for cooperation in oil and gas exploration in sea region, officials said.
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3 Philippine Policemen Killed, 3 wounded in Communist Rebel Attack

Violence comes after arrest of five top rebel leaders, authorities say.
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Martial Law in Southern Philippines Could Be Extended, Spokesman Says

Military rule meant to keep pro-Islamic State militants in check, says Col. Romeo Brawner, army’s deputy commander in Marawi.
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Philippines Catches 5 Communist Guerrilla Leaders

Rebel leaders were plotting to overthrow the president, the Philippine military alleges.
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Former Dictator’s Family Members Lead Rowdy Philippine Election Circus

Imee Marcos says family will not admit guilt for her father’s 20-year dictatorial rule.
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One Year after Marawi Siege: Thousands of Displaced Residents Still Live in Tents

City’s reconstruction remains slow, as military officials say pro-Islamic State militants regrouping elsewhere.
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Filipinos Conflicted Over Drug War

Philippines: Many Spoilers to the Peace Process with Muslim Rebels

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