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Philippines Denies Chinese Claim About South China Sea ‘Agreement’
By Sebastian Strangio
Earlier this month, a Chinese embassy spokesperson said that the two nations had reached a "common understanding" on the dispute.
France, Philippines to Begin Negotiating Reciprocal Access Agreement
By Sebastian Strangio
The two sides say that the pact, first announced late last year, will create a foundation for enhanced defense cooperation.
Is Southeast Asia’s Healthcare Workforce Ready for Climate Change?
By Gabriela Fernando and Angie Bone
Across the region, it’s never been more critical to cultivate a resilient healthcare workforce capable of addressing climate-induced public health issues.
What’s in the Philippines’ Luzon Corridor?
By Mong Palatino
The Philippines' largest island has become the focus of U.S. and Japanese attempts to counter China's growing power in the South China Sea.
US, Philippines to Kick Off ‘Expansive’ Balikatan Exercise
By Sebastian Strangio
This year's exercise, the 39th iteration since 1991, will be the first to take place outside the Philippines territorial waters.
A Warm Welcome for Japan’s Kishida in Washington
By Duncan Bartlett
Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida addressed the U.S. Congress and met the president of the Philippines. However, a tentative offer to join the AUKUS security pact presents Japan with a dilemma.
Philippine President Denies Secret Agreement On South China Sea
By Sebastian Strangio
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says that he is "horrified" by the prospect that his predecessor brokered a "gentleman's agreement" with Beijing over the maritime disputes.
The US and Japan’s Mission to Push Next Generation Nuclear Power
By Thisanka Siripala
Japan ramps up the joint nuclear power agenda with the U.S. and Philippines, with an eye to deterring regional conflict.
The Road to the First Japan-Philippines-US Trilateral Summit
By Mico A. Galang
The road to the historic meeting was paved by the growing security cooperation between and among the three countries.
History’s Shadow on Japanese Prime Minister’s US Visit
By Patrick Regan and Mindy Kotler Smith
This week’s Japan-Philippines-U.S. trilateral summit comes alongside the 82nd anniversary of the Bataan Death March.
Biden to Warn China on South China Sea, Report Claims
By Sebastian Strangio
The U.S. president is set to deliver the warning at this week's trilateral summit with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines.
Ex-Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s ‘Gentleman’s Agreement’ with China Under Scrutiny
By Mong Palatino
Did the former president broker an informal deal with the Chinese government over the South China Sea?