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For First Time, China Publicizes Alleged 2016 South China Sea Agreement With Philippines

For First Time, China Publicizes Alleged 2016 South China Sea Agreement With Philippines

By Christopher Bodeen
A statement from the Chinese Embassy in Manila described a “temporary special arrangement” supposedly agreed to during a visit to Beijing by former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.

The Philippines’ Transparency Over the South China Sea: Quo Vadis?

The Philippines’ Transparency Over the South China Sea: Quo Vadis?

By Huynh Tam Sang
Manila's transparency strategy needs to go beyond “name and shame” campaigns.
The Philippines’ Quest for Balance: Marcos’ Foreign Policy

The Philippines’ Quest for Balance: Marcos’ Foreign Policy

By Renato Cruz De Castro
President Marcos came to office promising to pursue a centrist position between the U.S. and China. Both internal and external factors complicate his plans.

Flexible Enmeshment: The Philippines’ New Approach to China-US Competition 

Flexible Enmeshment: The Philippines’ New Approach to China-US Competition 

By Justin Baquisal
Marcos could be characterized as a middle ground between his predecessors – not as pro-U.S. than Aquino, but less pro-China than Duterte.

Philippines’ Marcos Seeks Foreign Minister Talks With China on Maritime Disputes

Philippines’ Marcos Seeks Foreign Minister Talks With China on Maritime Disputes

By Jim Gomez
The Philippine president said Manila will continue to push back against China, despite his proposal for higher-level talks to rapidly address future conflicts at sea.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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New Year, Old Moves: China, Philippines, and the South China Sea

New Year, Old Moves: China, Philippines, and the South China Sea

By Vincent Kyle Parada
Although both sides have kept it low key, Chinese coast guard activities are continuing in areas claimed by Manila.

Fears of a Marcos Government Courting China Are Overblown

Fears of a Marcos Government Courting China Are Overblown

By Andrew Yeo and Enrico Gloria
Even if Marcos were to actively engage Beijing – and that’s not a given – there are hard limits to Chinese influence in the Philippines.
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