The evolution of the interaction bears watching within the context of the broader defense relationship in the Duterte era.

A recent delivery has put the spotlight on the growing role of the police force as well as a capability that has been the subject of recent controversy.

Local government plays an important but infrequently discussed role in the campaign.

In China, the Philippine leader advances cooperation in the economic, defense, and media sectors.

A closer look at an issue that has surfaced over the past few weeks.

The strongman is clearly afraid of the scrutiny that might come from making the trip.

Duterte’s absence is significant and has broad implications for ASEAN and the region.

Hun Sen and Rodrigo Duterte show that constitutional reform remains a favorite tool of the region's power-hungry leaders.

The Philippine president made clear that he does not view China's South China Sea installations as a direct threat.

Despite Duterte’s drams of federalism, the establishment of a Bangsamoro Autonomous Region has stalled.

The reloaded war continues to face some familiar challenges.

The effort to ban online news outlet Rappler is sadly an all too familiar story in the region.

If claimant states no longer care about freedom of navigation, the U.S. task in the South China Sea may be impossible.

Recent moves have raised some troubling questions about the country’s drift to authoritarianism under a strongman's rule.

Developments in the region suggest that the goal remains far from becoming a reality anytime soon.

The Philippines’ Duterte turns on the media that helped elect him.