Trump Philippines

A closer look at what the development of a new maritime training activity means

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

A closer look at the significance of the official handover of the first new UAVs for Manila this week.

Engagement is another sign of a relationship on the uptick following a rocky start under the new Philippine president.

Though a miss would no doubt be unfortunate, its significance also needs to be kept in perspective.

A closer look at one indicator of a key defense relationship.

The visit offers the Trump administration a chance to build out its Asia policy amid uncertainties in the subregion.

Though the Philippine president has complicated things, focusing on this episode alone obscures more enduring challenges on the South China Sea question.

A closer look at what we know about this year's Balikatan exercises and what they say about the state of the alliance.

Move indicates continuing military links between the two allies in spite of what the rhetoric may suggest.

The strategic case is quite compelling.