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The December 2023 Marawi Bombing and the Region’s Unending Terror Threat

The December 2023 Marawi Bombing and the Region’s Unending Terror Threat

By Jasminder Singh and Muhammad Haziq Jani
The deadly bombing of a Catholic Mass in Marawi City ended years of relative peace in Mindanao. It is a reminder of the need for continued vigilance.

Philippines to Upgrade South China Sea Outposts, Military Chief Says

Philippines to Upgrade South China Sea Outposts, Military Chief Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Desalination machines and communications upgrades are slated for the nine features that Manila occupies in the contested waterway.
Philippine Peace Talks with Communist Rebels Face Several Hurdles

Philippine Peace Talks with Communist Rebels Face Several Hurdles

By Mong Palatino
Both sides have committed to renewed talks, but the road to a genuine peace will likely be a long one.

The Philippines’ Latest National Security Policy: Cautious Yet Clear-Cut

The Philippines’ Latest National Security Policy: Cautious Yet Clear-Cut

By Joshua Bernard Espeña
Despite favorable comparisons to its predecessor, the Marcos administration's security policy can only be measured against its own benchmark going forward.

The Philippines Is Leveraging Its Strategic Value to Become an Indo-Pacific Power

The Philippines Is Leveraging Its Strategic Value to Become an Indo-Pacific Power

By Gavril Torrijos
Manila is embracing its alliance with the United States and building closer ties to Japan and Australia to become a strong, equal partner that can uphold a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.

The Philippines’ ‘Middle Power’ Momentum Takes Shape in AMNEX-2

The Philippines’ ‘Middle Power’ Momentum Takes Shape in AMNEX-2

By Joshua Bernard Espeña
The aims of last month's ASEAN naval exercise dovetail well with Manila's determination to play a more proactive regional security role.

Philippines Commissions New Gunboats, Plans on Acquiring 15 More

Philippines Commissions New Gunboats, Plans on Acquiring 15 More

By Sebastian Strangio
The Philippine navy chief said that the country plans to procure 15 more Shaldag Mark V gunboats, in addition to the nine it has already ordered.
US Vice President Arrives in Philippines to Affirm Security Ties

US Vice President Arrives in Philippines to Affirm Security Ties

By Sebastian Strangio
Kamala Harris is the highest-ranking Biden administration official to visit the country, marking a revival of ties after the tensions of the Duterte years.

The Philippines and the Fourth Taiwan Strait Crisis

The Philippines and the Fourth Taiwan Strait Crisis

By Joshua Bernard Espeña
In a more constrained and turbulent region, Manila has little choice but to lean into its status as a rising middle power.

Philippine Foreign Secretary Hails South China Sea Ruling on 6th Anniversary

Philippine Foreign Secretary Hails South China Sea Ruling on 6th Anniversary

By Sebastian Strangio
Enrique Manalo described the 2016 award as the precondition of "stability, peace, and progress" in the disputed waterway.

Marcos Will Have to Steer the Philippines Through Turbulent Waters

Marcos Will Have to Steer the Philippines Through Turbulent Waters

By Don McLain Gill
The incoming president will enter office at a crucial and perilous time in global geopolitics.
Will the Philippines’ President-Elect Continue the Country’s Defense Modernization?

Will the Philippines’ President-Elect Continue the Country’s Defense Modernization?

By Joshua Espeña
Domestic and international pressures may compel Marcos Jr. to continue the planned upgrades to the country’s armed forces.

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