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Philippines South China Sea
What’s Behind the New China-ASEAN Maritime Exercise?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The fact that an old idea is finally set to become a reality reflects broader changes underway in the region.
What Will a New Philippines Coast Guard Chief Mean?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Elson Hermogino finally fills the post, vacant for over a year.
What’s With the New Philippines-Cambodia Military Pact?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both countries concluded a new defense agreement as they took stock of ongoing collaboration this week.
ASEAN-Japan Coast Guard Cooperation in the Spotlight With Philippines Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The expanded version of a maritime exercise offered a glimpse into ongoing cooperation in this realm.
Japan-Philippines Defense Ties in the Spotlight with New Vessels
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo’s capacity-building assistance is part of a broader trend of continued security cooperation in the Duterte era.
Where Is the Philippines Coast Guard in its Military Modernization?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at where the institution features in the Duterte administration’s plans.
What Did the US Pacific Military Chief’s Philippines Visit Accomplish?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at Harry Harris’ visit to Manila.
Beware the New China-Philippines South China Sea Deal
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Duterte administration continues to tout opportunities of a pact despite the significant risks it would involve.
Will a China-ASEAN South China Sea Code of Conduct Really Matter?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
As we hear an agreement being talked up, it’s worth being clear about what it means.
The Danger of China-Philippines South China Sea Joint Development
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Immediate opportunities mask serious risks related to the past, current context, and the near future.
Are China-Philippines Military Exercises Under Duterte Coming Soon?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Despite the obvious challenges, one should not dismiss the possibility of advances being made in the future.
Why Vietnam-Philippines South China Sea Confidence-Building Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
An interaction by Hanoi and Manila this week is an important reminder about the significance of intra-ASEAN collaboration even as disputes continue to summer.