The muted Philippine response has exacerbated existing concerns about the regional response to Beijing's maritime claims.

A recent interaction spotlighted an often-overlooked confidence-building mechanism between the two Southeast Asian states.

Hanoi and Manila continue to look for opportunities in the security realm in spite of the challenges for this aspect of their relationship.

The two countries continue their defense cooperation amid troubling developments in the maritime realm.

The launch of the first EDCA project this week deserves attention amid a challenging context for the U.S.-Philippine alliance in the Duterte era.

The interaction has once again put the defense ties between the two sides in the spotlight.

An active week in the maritime security realm reinforces the importance of the defense relationship between the two sides.

An anticipated delivery would conclude a deal that holds significance for both sides and the wider region.

A closer look at Manila’s pursuit of the capability.

The launch of an inquiry this week once again places scrutiny on the country’s efforts to develop its military capabilities.

Advances at a recent meeting are much more modest than suggested and conceal the significant challenges that remain.

The fact that an old idea is finally set to become a reality reflects broader changes underway in the region.

Elson Hermogino finally fills the post, vacant for over a year.

Both countries concluded a new defense agreement as they took stock of ongoing collaboration this week.

The expanded version of a maritime exercise offered a glimpse into ongoing cooperation in this realm.

Tokyo’s capacity-building assistance is part of a broader trend of continued security cooperation in the Duterte era.