Georgi Engelbrecht Senior Analyst, Philippines Please submit all media inquiries to media@crisisgroup.org or call +32 (0) 2 536 00 71 Crisis Group Role Georgi Englebrecht joined Crisis Group in late September 2019. As Senior Analyst for the Philippines, he focuses mostly on the various conflicts and peace processes within the country. In addition, he carries out research and analysis of topics relevant to the Philippine neighbourhood, such as the South China Sea or the Sulu Sea. Professional Background Georgi Engelbrecht worked for around 8 years on the Southern Philippines, mostly on conflict prevention and civilian protection. He was part of the International Monitoring Team (IMT) in Mindanao until 2019. He has master’s degrees in international law and international relations. Areas of Expertise Philippines International Humanitarian Law Human Rights Armed Groups Civilian Protection Select Publications The West and Russia in the Mediterranean: Towards a Renewed Rivalry? in: Mediterranean Politics, Vol.13, Nr.3 2009, p.385-406, co-authored with Derek Lutterbeck. Community-Based Protection Mechanisms, in: Peace Review, Vol.27, Nr.1 2015, p.43-51, co- authored with Vidushi Kaushik. Prospects for the normalisation process in the Southern Philippines: An architecture of uncertainty? In: From Aquino II to Duterte (2010-2018): Change, Continuity-and Rupture, p.239-262, Ch. 8., edited by. Imelda Deinla and Bjoern Dressel (Singapore:Iseas-Yusof Ishak Institute). Latest Updates Q&A / Asia 13 May 2022 The Philippines Votes the Marcos Dynasty Back into Power After months of campaigning, Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., son of the notorious ex-dictator, will take presidential office in the Philippines at the end of June. In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert Georgi Engelbrecht explains the vote’s implications for the country’s internal security and foreign policy. Podcast / Asia 19 November 2021 Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte: Populist or Peacemaker? This week on Hold Your Fire!, Richard Atwood and Naz Modirzadeh are joined by Crisis Group’s Philippines expert, Georgi Engelbrecht, to discuss President Rodrigo Duterte’s legacy. Q&A / Asia 29 October 2021 The Philippines: Three More Years for the Bangsamoro Transition President Rodrigo Duterte has signed a bill doubling the length of the political transition in the new autonomous entity in the southern Philippines. In this Q&A, Crisis Group expert Georgi Engelbrecht explains why the extension is welcome news. Commentary / Jihad in Modern Conflict 27 October 2021 How Islamist Militants Elsewhere View the Taliban’s Victory in Afghanistan While Islamist insurgents around the world are inspired by the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan, the question of whether and how they will benefit as a result is more complicated, as Crisis Group experts explain in this 360-degree view. Q&A / Asia 17 September 2021 Philippines: The International Criminal Court Goes After Duterte’s Drug War Officials in The Hague have announced a formal investigation into alleged state crimes committed as part of President Rodrigo Duterte’s aggressive counter-narcotics campaign in the Philippines. For several reasons, as Crisis Group expert Georgi Engelbrecht explains, the enquiry will face an uphill battle. Load more