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Philippines
Philippines: China Building an Airstrip in Disputed Spratlys
By Shannon Tiezzi
Manila says China is reclaiming land and carrying out construction on Johnson South Reef in the disputed Spratlys.
Philippines Seizes Chinese Fishing Boat in South China Sea
By Zachary Keck
On Wednesday the Philippines Maritime Police announced it had seized a Chinese fishing boat and 11 crew members.
Second Thomas Shoal: The New Battleground
By Darshana M. Baruah
The Second Thomas Shoal is the new flashpoint in the South China Sea. Solving it is vital for the region and the world.
Is a Philippine-Vietnam Alliance in the Making?
By Carl Thayer
Trends indicate that cooperation between the Philippines and Vietnam is expanding, but is an alliance on the horizon?
The Implications of the Taiwan Protests
By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
In this week's podcast, the U.S. team discusses MH370, Taiwan protests, and the U.S.-Philippines naval agreement.
US-Philippines Reach Deal on US Military Access
By Zachary Keck
Manila will welcome the U.S. military back to the country after ejecting it in 1992.
Tensions Set To Rise In The South China Sea
By Carl Thayer
A series of recent events points to a declining state of stability and security in the South China Sea.
US-Philippines Struggle to Reach Troop Basing Deal
By Carl Thayer
While both sides are eager to conclude an agreement, negotiations still face numerous stumbling blocks.
Justin Bieber Surprises Philippine Typhoon Victims With Secret Visit
By The Diplomat Staff
The global pop star traveled to Tacoloban, Philippines to perform for victims of Typhoon Haiyan.
John Kerry to Visit Vietnam and the Philippines This Week
By Zachary Keck
Following a quick trip to the Middle East, Kerry will visit the two Southeast Asian countries through next week.
How to Do Soft Power Right
Relief efforts don’t have to be completely altruistic, but interests shouldn’t dictate action.
Chinese Soft Power: Another Typhoon Haiyan Victim
The unbelievably small amount of aid Beijing is offering Manila marks a new era of sneer diplomacy.