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Why China Is Wary of US ‘Ironclad’ Alliance With the Philippines

Why China Is Wary of US ‘Ironclad’ Alliance With the Philippines

By Bree Megivern
Even though Balikatan is almost a 40-year tradition, this year’s exercises are larger and more pronounced than past iterations. And China is watching.

Kamala Harris Says US Commitment to Philippines ‘Unwavering’

Kamala Harris Says US Commitment to Philippines ‘Unwavering’

By Sebastian Strangio
The U.S. vice president's visit to the Philippines has seemingly closed the book on the problems and tensions of the Rodrigo Duterte era.
Biden Administration Seeks to Stabilize US-Philippines Alliance

Biden Administration Seeks to Stabilize US-Philippines Alliance

By Sebastian Strangio
The Biden administration is keen on shoring up its alliance with Philippines, but President Rodrigo Duterte remains the joker in the pack.

Biden Administration Reaches out to Southeast Asian Allies

Biden Administration Reaches out to Southeast Asian Allies

By Sebastian Strangio
Recently confirmed Secretary of State Antony Blinken held calls with the foreign ministers of Thailand and the Philippines.

How Will the Biden Presidency Impact US-Philippines Security Relations?

How Will the Biden Presidency Impact US-Philippines Security Relations?

By Mico Galang
The new administration will take office at a crucial time for the U.S.-Philippines alliance.

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What Does the 2019 Balikatan Exercise Tell Us About the US-Philippines Alliance?

What Does the 2019 Balikatan Exercise Tell Us About the US-Philippines Alliance?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The exercise highlights some of the ongoing activity in the defense aspect of the relationship amid broader trends.

Managing the US-Philippines Alliance: The Limits of Commitment Clarity

Managing the US-Philippines Alliance: The Limits of Commitment Clarity

By Prashanth Parameswaran
While Washington's new commitment clarity may be significant, the broader and longer-term challenges of alliance management remain.
In Philippines, Pompeo Offers Major Alliance Assurance on South China Sea

In Philippines, Pompeo Offers Major Alliance Assurance on South China Sea

By Ankit Panda
The U.S. assurance clarifies long standing Philippine concerns about the scope of the alliance.

What’s in the New US-Philippines Alliance 'Update' Talks?

What’s in the New US-Philippines Alliance 'Update' Talks?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides continue to pursue talks on how to review and update their alliance relationship in the face of risks and opportunities.

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