As Southeast Asian pirates turn to abductions, what can regional states do?

The president announces record budgets to pay for popular government programs and secure his legacy.

The recent Indonesian-Philippine maritime pact offers important lessons for the South China Sea disputes.

Vietnam appears set to use international law to settle its territorial disputes with China in the South China Sea.

It’s time for the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia and Brunei to resolve their own territorial disputes.

The Diplomat speaks with Dr. Jonathan Pollack, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, about Obama’s goals for the trip, and the major events at each of his stops.

The Philippines, China, and the U.S. are upping a war of words over Beijing’s blocking of Filipino civilian vessels.

In a clear policy shift, Washington is now challenging the basis of China’s claim to most of the South China Sea.

The warning was part of a broader criticism of China's actions in the South China Sea.

Manila falsely accusing China is an embarrassment that raises questions about its capabilities.

Even as they charm other nations, Chinese leaders have continued tensions with Manila and Tokyo.

The new base at Oyster Bay will host the Philippines’ two naval cutters and U.S. naval forces.

Tensions between Taiwan and the Philippines are running high after the death of Taiwanese fisherman.

As the IMF cut its growth forecasts for China, Taiwan, India, and others one nation continues to impress.

In light of present challenges, the United States and the Philippines must strengthen their alliance.

The newly appointed Pope Francis hails from Argentina – a break with the church’s Euro-centric past.