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Philippines China

January 18, 2021
Chinese-Funded Railway to Link Former US Bases in the Philippines
By Sebastian Strangio
But we should treat the announcement with caution, given that few promised Chinese infrastructure projects have yet eventuated.

October 16, 2020
Philippines Lifts Ban on South China Sea Energy Exploration
By Associated Press
The decision comes after a six-year hiatus on oil and gas exploration in areas west of the Philippines.

September 23, 2020
In UN Speech, Duterte Stiffens Philippines’ Stance on the South China Sea
By Sebastian Strangio
After four years of flip-flopping, the Philippine President voiced strong support for a Hague ruling rejecting most of China’s claims to disputed waters.

September 11, 2020
Controversial China Projects Reveal Philippine Rifts
By Sebastian Strangio
Two more recent deals highlight the contradictions that have resulted from the Duterte administration's "pivot to China."

September 16, 2019
Vietnam-Philippines South China Sea Interactions in the Headlines with Naval Activity
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The latest interaction of the exchange highlighted the ongoing maritime collaboration between the two sides.

February 15, 2018
Beware the Illusion of China-Philippines South China Sea Breakthroughs
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Advances at a recent meeting are much more modest than suggested and conceal the significant challenges that remain.

December 19, 2017
What’s With the ‘Revival’ of the China-Philippines Military Dialogue?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The resumption of annual defense talks is just the latest advance in ties in the Duterte era.

May 26, 2017
Ukraine Offers Military Equipment to the Philippines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Defense export agency plays up opportunities in the defense realm.

March 25, 2017
Philippine Warship Patrols Begin at Benham Rise After China Incident
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila is stepping up efforts to safeguard its claim.

March 15, 2017
What’s Behind the New China-Philippines Coast Guard Exercise?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
New bilateral engagements appear to be on the horizon despite lingering challenges.

December 21, 2016
What’s the Deal With China-Philippines Military Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The shape of defense cooperation between the two sides is becoming increasingly clear.

December 13, 2016
Duterte Says Philippines Will Accept China Arms Deal
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Announcement comes weeks after controversy erupted over rifle agreement with Washington.
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