Philippines: Climate Disinformation as a Force Multiplier in Red-Tagging and Resource Conflict
The Diplomat article argues that climate-related disinformation is increasingly used to reinforce red-tagging narratives against Indigenous communities and environmental defenders in the Philippines, particularly in areas contested by extractive and infrastructure projects. A January 1, 2026 incident in Occidental Mindoro is presented as indicative of broader risks where security framing, development messaging, and resource interests converge.