Asia political change: Pressures mount on leaders as several countries undergo political crises
Festering economic issues, divisive politics and young people who want their leaders to do better - all these are being amplified in a digital age in many parts of Asia. Leaders that come and go are creating distrust of the system in some countries, prompting concerns over long-term political stability. For example, the Philippines is bracing for a week of protests as public anger grows over alleged corruption in flood-control projects. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has backed the ongoing demonstrations and pledged a thorough probe into the allegations. CNA's Buena Bernal reports.
Festering economic issues, divisive politics and young people who want their leaders to do better - all these are being amplified in a digital age in many parts of Asia. Leaders that come and go are creating distrust of the system in some countries, prompting concerns over long-term political stability. For example, the Philippines is bracing for a week of protests as public anger grows over alleged corruption in flood-control projects. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has backed the ongoing demonstrations and pledged a thorough probe into the allegations. CNA's Buena Bernal reports.