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Philippine President Warns of Countermeasures in Response to Chinese Aggression at Sea

Philippine President Warns of Countermeasures in Response to Chinese Aggression at Sea

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

What Will the 2018 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise Look Like?

What Will the 2018 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise Look Like?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The evolution of the interaction bears watching within the context of the broader defense relationship in the Duterte era.
Why the New US-Philippines Military Pact’s First Project Launch Matters

Why the New US-Philippines Military Pact’s First Project Launch Matters

By Prashanth Parameswaran
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.

What’s Next for the Philippines’ New Police Helicopters?

What’s Next for the Philippines’ New Police Helicopters?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
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.

What's Behind the New US-Philippines Drone Hype Under Duterte?

What's Behind the New US-Philippines Drone Hype Under Duterte?

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

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

Tillerson’s First ASEAN Voyage: What’s on the Agenda?

Tillerson’s First ASEAN Voyage: What’s on the Agenda?

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

The Truth About China’s New Military Aid to the Philippines  

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.
US Terror Aid to Philippines Signals Enduring Defense Ties Under Duterte

US Terror Aid to Philippines Signals Enduring Defense Ties Under Duterte

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

Philippines, Czech Republic Ink New Defense Pact

Philippines, Czech Republic Ink New Defense Pact

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

Duterte Says Philippines Will Accept China Arms Deal

Duterte Says Philippines Will Accept China Arms Deal

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

How Much Will Duterte Wreck the US-Philippines Military Alliance?

How Much Will Duterte Wreck the US-Philippines Military Alliance?

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

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