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Sino-Philippine Relations

December 19, 2017
What’s With the ‘Revival’ of the China-Philippines Military Dialogue?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The resumption of annual defense talks is just the latest advance in ties in the Duterte era.

June 30, 2017
The Truth About China’s New Military Aid to the Philippines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Beijing’s latest assistance to Manila is notable but also needs to be kept in perspective.

May 13, 2017
Is Rodrigo Duterte Really Anti-American?
By Mong Palatino
The Philippine president’s actions prove that this label is far too simplistic.

May 05, 2017
Why Did China’s Warships Visit the Philippines?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of the goodwill visit within the context of Sino-Philippine relations.

November 02, 2016
Why Duterte’s Deals With China May Be Security Concerns
By Jeff M. Smith
The president's recent agreements with China are already raising troubling questions that need answers.

October 24, 2016
The Limits of Duterte’s US-China Rebalance
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A deeper look at Rodrigo Duterte's effort to 'rebalance' ties between the United States and China.

September 16, 2016
Philippines to Deepen China Talks Despite South China Sea Differences
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The foreign secretary says Manila will move forward with official talks with Beijing.

July 20, 2016
Philippines Rejects Conditional Talks With China on South China Sea
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Foreign secretary says Beijing had insisted that Manila set aside the tribunal decision.

March 16, 2016
Philippines’ South China Sea Policy Should Continue After Aquino: Ex-Foreign Minister
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Albert del Rosario urges the next president to stay the course.

February 08, 2016
Philippines’ Top Diplomat Resigns With South China Sea Verdict Looming
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Foreign Secretary Albert del Rosario has stepped down from his post.

May 15, 2015
A ‘New’ Philippine Naval Base Near the South China Sea?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s armed forces chief says it is “a top priority.” But will it be realized?
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