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1983: Philippines
Philippines President Ferdinand E. Marcos retained his hold on the government this year but came under increasing criticism as a result of the August assassination of opposition leader Benigno Aquino, Jr. Economic problems worsened, and insurgencies persisted in portions of the archipelago.
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