A hostage crisis confronts Estrada
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Two hostage crises have hit the Philippines, with guerrillas holding a group mainly comprised of schoolchildren, as well as tourists kidnapped from a Malaysian resort. The impact of the crisis is examined in further detail.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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Estrada's risky strategy
Article Abstract:
The president of the Philippines, Joseph Estrada. aims to tackle the problem of kidnappings by bandits through an assault on the groups involved.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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Sorting out the south
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The need to remedy neglect of the southern Philippines is examined in detail. This region has been the source of problems related to kidnappings.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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