Elite choices diverge on national development paths.

The entities involved

• Ferdinand Marcos →

  President of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986

  • Michael Palin hosted a travel series for Channel 5, and Bongbong Marcos succeeded his father, Ferdinand Marcos.Sat 12:30
  • Elijah Canlas portrays Edgar Jopson in a biopic, detailing his fight against the Martial Law regime.Wed 10:35
• Indonesia →

  island country in Southeast Asia and Oceania

  • Indonesia is purchasing 48 Kaan fighter jets, discussing bilateral ties and expanding cooperation in trade and defense sectors.Mon 16:40
  • A conference has been held establishing South-South cooperation, drawing on the historical spirit of Bandung.Mon 16:20

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