Here’s what to know about the crucial midterms and the rival dynasties at the heart of the Southeast Asian nation’s politics.

MANILA -- The unexpected results of the Philippine midterm elections, in which incumbent President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. lost support to his main foes -- the family of Vice President Sara Duterte -- as well as to unaffiliated liberals, has left the nation's politics even more uncertain than before.

The results showed the Duterte clan's resilience, despite their many legal woes, and the weakening of the Marcos family, as well as an unexpected surge by a third, progressive 'pink' bloc, heirs to the Aquino dynasty.

Eventual results could weaken president’s influence in Congress, undermine efforts to impeach his deputy and reshape 2028 presidential race.

A DAY after the midterm elections in the Catholic-majority Philippines, some 200 members of various groups spearheaded by poll watchdog Kontra Daya, progressive

The mid-term results will shape the bitter feud between President Bongbong Marcos and his Vice-President Sara Duterte.