Philippines South China Sea

The election of Rodrigo Duterte in 2016 initiated a wild swing in the country's policy toward China. Get set for more change in 2022.

The creation of an all-female unit of radio operators looks good for the Philippine Coast Guard, but does little to address the security challenges in the South China Sea.

Jay L. Batongbacal, a professor at the University of the Philippines College of Law, on the South China Sea disputes and international law.

The United States reportedly approved export licenses for the helicopters, which are powered by American engines, earlier this month.

The move follows strong condemnations from senior ministers, including an expletive laden tweet from Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin.

A preview of how the Philippine Marine Corps will operate in the current and future security environment.

Manila asserted its right to conduct military drills in the South China Sea, but President Duterte continues to approach the issue with caution.

Over 200 Chinese ships occupied Whitsun Reef for several weeks. Only a handful remain.

More than 200 Chinese vessels continue to lurk around disputed features in the Spratly Islands.

The announcement marks a step forward in attempts to settle distracting bilateral disputes between Southeast Asian nations in the South China Sea.

Voters' rejection of a plan to subdivide the island of Palawan into three provinces has been hailed as a victory against oligarchy and foreign encroachment.