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US-Philippine Relationship to ‘Transcend’ Changes in Administration, Austin Says

US-Philippine Relationship to ‘Transcend’ Changes in Administration, Austin Says

By Sebastian Strangio
Donald Trump's impending return to the White House has stirred up questions about the future of Washington's support for the Philippines.

Philippines, US Sign Military Intelligence Sharing Agreement

Philippines, US Sign Military Intelligence Sharing Agreement

By Sebastian Strangio
The pact could allow the Philippines to access more sophisticated weapons systems from its long-standing security ally.
US, Australia, Canada, Philippines Stage Naval and Air Force Maneuvers in Disputed South China Sea

US, Australia, Canada, Philippines Stage Naval and Air Force Maneuvers in Disputed South China Sea

By Jim Gomez
The Philippine military said three Chinese navy ships “tailed” the four-nation maneuvers off the western coast of the Philippines.

US Announces $500 Million in Military Funding for the Philippines

US Announces $500 Million in Military Funding for the Philippines

By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement caps off two years that have seen a considerable strategic convergence between the two long-standing allies.

US and Philippine Forces Stage Combat Drills Near Strategic Bashi Channel off Southern Taiwan

US and Philippine Forces Stage Combat Drills Near Strategic Bashi Channel off Southern Taiwan

By Jim Gomez and Aaron Favila
This year’s Balikatan exercises focus on territorial defense in two of the most sensitive fault lines in the China-U.S. rivalry: the disputed South China Sea and the Bashi Channel.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

US, Philippines to Kick Off ‘Expansive’ Balikatan Exercise

US, Philippines to Kick Off ‘Expansive’ Balikatan Exercise

By Sebastian Strangio
This year's exercise, the 39th iteration since 1991, will be the first to take place outside the Philippines territorial waters.

The Road to the First Japan-Philippines-US Trilateral Summit

The Road to the First Japan-Philippines-US Trilateral Summit

By Mico A. Galang
The road to the historic meeting was paved by the growing security cooperation between and among the three countries. 
A Brief Genealogy of Philippine Claims in the South China Sea

A Brief Genealogy of Philippine Claims in the South China Sea

By Richard Javad Heydarian
Despite being repeatedly let down by its sole treaty ally, the Philippines has persisted in preserving its territorial claims and sovereign rights in the hotly-contested body of water.

The China-Philippines South China Sea Face-Off Requires Restraint

The China-Philippines South China Sea Face-Off Requires Restraint

By Sarang Shidore
The Philippines and the U.S. are on solid legal ground, but what is lawful is not always wise.

What Do US Indo-Pacific Allies Think of the Biden-Xi Summit?

What Do US Indo-Pacific Allies Think of the Biden-Xi Summit?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Views from Australia, Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Philippines’ New National Security Plan Falls Short on Taiwan Policy

Philippines’ New National Security Plan Falls Short on Taiwan Policy

By Robin Michael Garcia and Thomas J. Shattuck
Manila’s latest National Security Policy does not reflect the catastrophic implications of a cross-strait conflict for the country's security.
Sea Change: ‘Bongbong’ Marcos and the Future of the South China Sea

Sea Change: ‘Bongbong’ Marcos and the Future of the South China Sea

By Patrick M. Cronin
Marcos is overhauling Philippine strategy, and the strategic shift is as significant as any in the region.

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