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US-Philippines alliance
Beware the New China-Philippines South China Sea Deal
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Duterte administration continues to tout opportunities of a pact despite the significant risks it would involve.
Battle for Marawi Exposes Philippines’ Military Intelligence Crisis
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The ongoing Marawi crisis has pointed to well-known capability gaps that Manila is now attempting to urgently fill.
US Gives Philippines 2 New Military Surveillance Aircraft Amid Rising Terror Threat
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Washington delivers yet another much-needed capability boost to the Southeast Asian state.
What’s in the First US-Philippines Downgraded Naval Exercise Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of the maritime training activity both sides launched this week.
US Navy Commander’s Philippines Voyage Reaffirms Alliance in Duterte Era
By Prashanth Parameswaran
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Scott Swift was in Manila this week.
What To Expect From The 2017 US-Philippines Balikatan Military Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at what is in store for the largest drills between the two allies set to kick off next month.
What Will the Biggest US-Philippines Military Exercise Look Like Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what we know about this year's Balikatan exercises and what they say about the state of the alliance.
US Destroyer Makes Port Call in Philippines’ Subic Bay
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Move indicates continuing military links between the two allies in spite of what the rhetoric may suggest.
Oldest US Ally in Asia: Thailand or the Philippines?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at who should truly hold that title.
Where is the New US-Philippines Military Pact Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the progress both sides are making on this front.
What’s the Deal With China-Philippines Military Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The shape of defense cooperation between the two sides is becoming increasingly clear.
Where Are US-Philippine Defense Relations Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
After a much-anticipated meeting by both sides, things are still far from clear.