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Duterte foreign policy
Indonesia-Philippines Security Ties in the Headlines With Foreign Minister Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at some of the defense issues on the minds of both sides.
What’s With the New Philippines-Cambodia Military Pact?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both countries concluded a new defense agreement as they took stock of ongoing collaboration this week.
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.
Japan-Philippines Defense Ties in the Spotlight with New Vessels
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo’s capacity-building assistance is part of a broader trend of continued security cooperation in the Duterte era.
What’s in the New China-Philippines Defense Industry Pact?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two sides are looking to make further inroads in their security ties.
Japan, Philippines Boost Defense Ties in Duterte-Abe Summit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The meeting in Manila saw further progress on security relations between the two sides.
Why Japan’s New Military Aircraft Gift to the Philippines Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The subtle change is not without significance for both sides and the wider region.
What’s Next for China-Philippines Military Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at where defense ties are and where they might be headed.
Russia-Philippines Military Ties Get an October Boost
By Prashanth Parameswaran
This week saw both sides realize boosts they had been previewing in recent weeks.
ASEAN’s Post-Marawi Islamic State Challenge
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Even as the battle for Marawi winds down, the wider war against the terror group and its affiliates continues.
Russia-Philippines Defense Ties to Get a New Boost
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides are expected to make some inroads in this realm despite the limits that remain.
Who Will Be the Philippines’ Next Military Chief?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The personnel change comes at a critical time in the country’s security and ongoing defense modernization.