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Philippines, US Kick Off Large-Scale Balikatan Military Exercise

Philippines, US Kick Off Large-Scale Balikatan Military Exercise

By Sebastian Strangio
The exercises, billed as the largest ever, come at the tail end of President Rodrigo Duterte's turbulent term in office.

Former US Bases in the Philippines Prompt Mixed Feelings

Former US Bases in the Philippines Prompt Mixed Feelings

By Sebastian Strangio
Nearly three decades on from the closure of the Subic Bay naval base, the Philippines’ relationship with the United States remains complicated.
What Does a Bigger 2018 Balikatan Military Exercise Say About US-Philippines Alliance under Duterte?

What Does a Bigger 2018 Balikatan Military Exercise Say About US-Philippines Alliance under Duterte?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Despite continued challenges, the drills have been scaled up relative to the previous year.

US-Philippines Military Exercise Signals Strengthened Defense Ties in the Duterte Era

US-Philippines Military Exercise Signals Strengthened Defense Ties in the Duterte Era

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Engagement is another sign of a relationship on the uptick following a rocky start under the new Philippine president.

Continuity Amid Uncertainty: Philippines-US Security Relations Under the Duterte-Trump Administrations

Continuity Amid Uncertainty: Philippines-US Security Relations Under the Duterte-Trump Administrations

By Christian Vicedo
Continued engagements and a refocused agenda, rather than the separation of ties, characterize the alliance today.

US, Philippines Launch New Military Exercise

US, Philippines Launch New Military Exercise

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The first iteration of KAMANDAG gets underway.

Is Marawi a Harbinger of Chaos to Come?

Is Marawi a Harbinger of Chaos to Come?

By Mark Davis Madarang Pablo
To avert the next Marawi Manila needs to make moves toward a more comprehensive security framework.
What’s in the First US-Philippines Downgraded Naval Exercise Under Duterte?

What’s in the First US-Philippines Downgraded Naval Exercise Under Duterte?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of the maritime training activity both sides launched this week.

How Significant is the 2017 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise?

How Significant is the 2017 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though Duterte has certainly been a damper on Balikatan thus far, officials also have a point about its enduring relevance.

What To Expect From The 2017 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise

What To Expect From The 2017 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at what is in store for the largest drills between the two allies set to kick off next month.

What Will the Biggest US-Philippines Military Exercise Look Like Under Duterte?

What Will the Biggest US-Philippines Military Exercise Look Like Under Duterte?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what we know about this year's Balikatan exercises and what they say about the state of the alliance.
Where is the New US-Philippines Military Pact Under Duterte?

Where is the New US-Philippines Military Pact Under Duterte?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the progress both sides are making on this front.

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