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Philippines South China Sea
What’s in the New Philippines-Cambodia Defense Meeting?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both countries finally held the inaugural iteration of a new defense meeting earlier this month.
China’s Creeping South China Sea Challenge in the Spotlight With New Facility
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The muted Philippine response has exacerbated existing concerns about the regional response to Beijing's maritime claims.
Vietnam-Philippines South China Sea Activity in Focus With Naval Exchange
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted an often-overlooked confidence-building mechanism between the two Southeast Asian states.
What’s Next for Vietnam-Philippines Defense Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Hanoi and Manila continue to look for opportunities in the security realm in spite of the challenges for this aspect of their relationship.
What’s in the Japan-Philippines Maritime Patrol Near the South China Sea?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two countries continue their defense cooperation amid troubling developments in the maritime realm.
Why the New US-Philippines Military Pact’s First Project Launch Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
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.
Japan Destroyer in the Philippines Amid Big Maritime Week
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction has once again put the defense ties between the two sides in the spotlight.
A Big Week for Japan-Philippines Defense Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
An active week in the maritime security realm reinforces the importance of the defense relationship between the two sides.
New Military Aircraft Puts Japan-Philippines Defense Ties in the Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
An anticipated delivery would conclude a deal that holds significance for both sides and the wider region.
Will the Philippines Ever Realize its Submarine Dream?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at Manila’s pursuit of the capability.
Frigate Controversy Puts Philippines’ Military Modernization Challenges in the Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The launch of an inquiry this week once again places scrutiny on the country’s efforts to develop its military capabilities.
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.