While Asia’s Trump - Filipino President Rodrigo Duterte - visits our shores, we continue to be wrapped up in the story that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Headlines this morning suggest a range from anxiety (Sinar Harian) to contempt (Malay Mail). But are these sentiments grounded in the facts about the man and his worldview? Today we explore how a Trump presidency will shape politics closer to home.

This is a report by Sharaad Kuttan.

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