Philippines-China relations

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Xi Jinping agreed to restart joint oil and gas exploration and set up a direct channel of communication on South China Sea issues.

The new Philippine president is promising to shift relations to a “higher gear.” But his administration’s swift re-engagement with the U.S. is likely to pose problems.

The Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Act is seeking to respond to a pattern of repeated Chinese incursions into Manila's EEZ.

Like his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte, the newly elected leader has chosen ASEAN nations as the destination of his first state visits.

What is the legacy of the landmark 2016 ruling by the Hague-based arbitral tribunal?

How do Southeast Asian countries view intensifying geopolitical competition between the United States and China in Asia?

Manila emphasizes the 2016 ruling by an international tribunal.

Manila is rich with cultural heritage at risk of destruction amid a push to develop.

Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators or POGO employ and cater largely to Chinese.

By examining the underlying assumptions, it’s clear a rethink of Philippine China policies is needed.

Not even a strongman like Duterte can prevent China from altering the status quo, so what’s the plan?