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Philippines
SEATO’s 70th Anniversary: Lessons for Asia’s Emerging Multilateral Alliances
By Tommy Chai and Ang Cheng Guan
SEATO’s history remains significant even 70 years after its formation and nearly 50 years since its demise.
Can China and the Philippines Save Their South China Sea Understanding?
By Christian Schultheiss
An analysis of the Philippines’ recent resupply mission to Second Thomas Shoal suggests that the understanding can, in fact, satisfy both sides’ red lines.
US, Australia, Canada, Philippines Stage Naval and Air Force Maneuvers in Disputed South China Sea
By Jim Gomez
The Philippine military said three Chinese navy ships “tailed” the four-nation maneuvers off the western coast of the Philippines.
Philippine Vice President Decries ‘Political Harassment’ Against Her Family
By Mong Palatino
Sara Duterte and her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, are engaged in a political struggle with the family of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
The Philippine Economy: Glass Half Empty or Glass Half Full?
By Jesus Felipe and Susan Kurdli
Recently announced growth figures look impressive, but they conceal the structural issues holding back the Philippine economy.
Vietnam Coast Guard Vessel Arrives in Philippines for Joint Exercise
By Sebastian Strangio
The two nations are strengthening their maritime cooperation against a backdrop of Chinese assertiveness in the South China Sea.
Embracing Reuse Solutions: A Path Forward for Asia in the Global Plastic Treaty
By Rahyang Nusantara
Pioneering efforts in Asian countries seek to phase out single-use plastics for reusable alternatives.
US Announces $500 Million in Military Funding for the Philippines
By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement caps off two years that have seen a considerable strategic convergence between the two long-standing allies.
Why the Philippines Chose to Privatize Its Largest Airport
By James Guild
Once again, Manila has demonstrated its willingness to turn vital national infrastructure over to the private sector.
Philippines Hit by Flooding and Oil Spill Disasters
By Mong Palatino
The pair of disasters have exposed the country's vulnerability and the weak infrastructure of its flood-prone cities.
Philippines Resupplies Contested Shoal Under ‘Understanding’ With China
By Sebastian Strangio
Manila said that “no untoward incidents" took place during Saturday's mission to Second Thomas Shoal, but the two sides continue to trade public barbs.
Philippines Plans to Siphon Oil Cargo From Sunken Tanker to Avert ‘Environmental Catastrophe’
By Jim Gomez
The tanker Terra Nova sank Thursday after midnight in Manila Bay with about 1.4 million liters (370,000 gallons) of industrial fuel oil stored in watertight tanks.