US-Philippine alliance

Marcos' warning is the latest sign of the escalating disputes between China and the Philippines in the contested waters of the South China Sea.

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

The launch of the first EDCA project this week deserves attention amid a challenging context for the U.S.-Philippine alliance 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.

A recent controversy has much deeper roots and broader realities which the headlines miss.

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

Beijing’s latest assistance to Manila is notable but also needs to be kept in perspective.

For all of Duterte’s rhetoric, substantive defense cooperation continues to be advanced, including on terrorism.

Manila and Prague sign a Defense Cooperation Agreement, but disclose few details about what this might mean for the future of their military ties.

Announcement comes weeks after controversy erupted over rifle agreement with Washington.

The fallout, though significant, will likely be more limited than the rhetoric had suggested.

Whether his efforts to use simplified history and us-versus-them narratives is a good way to build a nation is another question.

If new leaderships on both sides are serious about recalibrating relations, they must keep several realities in mind.

Foreign Secretary calls on Washington to understand Philippine aspirations instead of lecturing the country on human rights.

The ruling could end up posing profound challenges for Washington.

Washington is finally transferring another Hamilton-class cutter to Manila.

The secretary of state will be first U.S. administration official to meet with the new president.

Pacific Partnership 2016 moves to Legazpi.

Coordinated operations kick off ahead of much-anticipated South China Sea verdict.

Washington and Manila kick off CARAT Philippines 2016.

Washington issues first public confirmation that patrols with Manila have already started and will continue.

Ash Carter offers praise for bilateral ties in a think tank speech ahead of a visit to Manila.

Manila has become an even more central part of U.S. security strategy over the past few years.