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Cristina Chi
Cristina Chi

Chi is a reporter for Philstar.com covering disinformation, education, foreign affairs, and local politics, with special reports on human rights and social justice. 

She leads the newsroom's investigative coverage of influence operations, in which she has mapped the spread of some of the Philippines' most polarizing narratives — from the framing of former President Rodrigo Duterte's International Criminal Court arrest, to narratives on the South China Sea, to cross-border efforts to discredit international aid in Asia.

The Philippine Center for Media Freedom and Responsibility selected her as a panelist for its Jaime V. Ongpin Journalism Seminar — a recognition of distinguished work in ethical and quality reporting — for three consecutive years (2023-2025). In 2025, her work tracking influence operations was profiled by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism. Her reporting has also been recognized by Covering Climate Now and the International Labor Organization's annual awards for labor migration journalism. 

As a student journalist, she co-produced an investigation into years of alleged abuse within a collegiate athletics team at the country's flagship state university, prompting an overhaul of its coaching staff. 

She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of the Philippines Diliman.

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‘Dating tatay ng PNP’: Police urge Bato dela Rosa to surrender as deadline lapses
by Cristina Chi - October 30, 2026 - 2:43pm
The Philippine National Police on Friday, October 30, reminded Sen. Bato dela Rosa that he was once the “father” of the force now hunting him, pleading with him to give himself up as the deadline for...
Mayon Volcano back under Alert Level 3 after ‘moderately explosive’ eruption  
by Cristina Chi - October 30, 2026 - 1:39pm
Phivolcs raised Mayon Volcano’s alert status to Level 3 on Friday, October 30, after a moderately explosive eruption sent a column of ash 3 kilometers above the crater.
Catholics urged not to keep ashes of loved ones at home ahead of Undas
by Cristina Chi - October 30, 2026 - 11:50am
A Catholic priest has denounced keeping cremated remains at home or sealing them inside necklaces and other jewelry as a desecration of the dead, days before Filipinos observe All Saints’ and All Souls’...
China blames ‘self-serving’ PH politician for scaled-back ASEAN defense presence
by Cristina Chi - October 29, 2026 - 5:12pm
China said on Thursday, October 29, it sent only its Manila-based defense attaché to a top regional defense meeting in Cebu because a “self-serving” Philippine politician had abused the country’s...
SC seeks Senate, House comments before acting on impeachment vote threshold plea
by Cristina Chi - October 29, 2026 - 1:34pm
The High Court instead has ordered the Senate and the House of Representatives to answer their petition first, according to an en banc resolution dated October 14.
Philippines, India pledge deeper defense ties
by Cristina Chi - October 29, 2026 - 11:11am
The Philippines and India pledged on Wednesday to deepen defense cooperation, with Manila moving to post a liaison officer at an Indian Navy-run maritime information center.
US to boost security aid for AFP modernization  
by Cristina Chi - October 29, 2026 - 10:36am
The additional security cooperation funds are meant to accelerate the modernization of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and enhance interoperability "along the First Island Chain," the readout...
Hegseth pushes US-ASEAN defense framework as China scales back at talks
by Cristina Chi - October 29, 2026 - 9:23am
As China scales back is presence at talks, Pentagon chief Hegseth lays out a defense pitch .
Chinese ships seen near PH fuel distribution to fishermen at Scarborough Shoal — PCG
by Cristina Chi - October 28, 2026 - 2:56pm
Chinese coast guard and navy ships were spotted near Scarborough Shoal on Tuesday, October 27, while Philippine government vessels handed out fuel to Filipino fishermen, the Philippine Coast Guard said.
After journalist's arrest, lawyers ask whether PNP still 'used' by Duterte family
by Cristina Chi - October 28, 2026 - 12:43pm
Missteps by the police who carried out the arrest of veteran journalist Philip Lustre Jr. over the weekend contributed to the denial of his due process, his lawyers said.
Hegseth heads to Cebu as Manila seeks deeper US defense ties
by Cristina Chi - October 28, 2026 - 8:00am
The South China Sea is expected to feature in the regional meetings, while China has yet to confirm who it will send.
Nearly half of Davao Region students struggle to read, says EDCOM 2
by Cristina Chi - October 27, 2026 - 5:47pm
Nearly half of students assessed in the Davao Region at the start of the school year in June were classified as struggling readers, according to a Department of Education assessment.
Who replaces VP Sara? Lacson says Cayetano can’t tie Marcos’ hands
by Cristina Chi - October 27, 2026 - 4:06pm
Sen. Ping Lacson questioned why Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano would ask senator-judges to swear off the vice presidency, saying the choice of Vice President Sara Duterte’s successor, should she...
Philippines urges more equitable UN Security Council as global conflicts on the rise
by Cristina Chi - October 27, 2026 - 10:36am
The Philippines is calling for the expansion of the United Nations Security Council to between 21 and 27 members to ensure greater representation of developing countries and small nations. 
Watchdogs urge Senate to strip House 'insertions' in pork-riddled 2027 budget
by Cristina Chi - October 26, 2026 - 4:40pm
Groups want unsupported projects removed and cuts to basic services reconsidered.
Old playbook vs Duterte critics resurfaces in journalist Philip Lustre's arrest
by Cristina Chi - October 26, 2026 - 11:54am
"They couldn’t find him" to serve the complaint, but police found him when it was time to arrest him.
Philippines denies undersea cable arrangement with Taiwan
by Cristina Chi - October 26, 2026 - 9:50am
DFA says no cooperation arrangement exists after Beijing objected to the Washington discussion.
Claire Castro to retain post as all PCO execs file courtesy resignations
by Cristina Chi - October 23, 2026 - 2:44pm
Acting Communications Secretary Lino Cayetano will not accept the courtesy resignation of Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, he said on Friday, October 23.
Teodoro: Use of force vs BRP Sierra Madre an 'act of war'
by Cristina Chi - October 23, 2026 - 1:55pm
The Philippines' defense chief issued a warning over actions against the BRP Sierra Madre, saying it would be an act of war.
Ex-Bangsamoro solon Rimbang denies bankrolling P3.5-billion Laos shabu shipment 
by Cristina Chi - October 23, 2026 - 11:39am
Former Bangsamoro parliament member Edrieza Rimbang has denied financing the recently foiled attempt to ship P3.5 billion worth of "shabu (meth)" from Laos into the Philippines.
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