The Philippines in 2011: Muddling through a year of learning and adjustment

Early this year, a majority of Filipinos indicated in a national survey that they are not sure if Benigno Aquino, III, will succeed or fail in his presidency. This uncertainty stems from his unconventional style of governance and the gravity of the domestic and international problems he faces. Moreover, his style of governance is generally perceived by the Filipinos as reactive and lackluster - a fact attributed to his first year in office, a difficult period of learning and adjustment. © 2012 by the Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved