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Philippine Official Defends US Pact After Duterte Threat
February 06, 2020

Philippine Official Defends US Pact After Duterte Threat

By Associated Press
The Philippine foreign secretary warned that abrogating the Visiting Forces Agreement would threaten crucial security, trade, and economic interests.

The US-Philippine Alliance in the Duterte Era: A Path to Recalibration
October 06, 2016

The US-Philippine Alliance in the Duterte Era: A Path to Recalibration

By Prashanth Parameswaran
If new leaderships on both sides are serious about recalibrating relations, they must keep several realities in mind.
US, Philippines Launch Wargames As China Issues Warning
April 05, 2016

US, Philippines Launch Wargames As China Issues Warning

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Balikatan 2016 kicks off with some notable firsts.

Philippines Pushes for Joint Naval Patrols With US in South China Sea
January 15, 2016

Philippines Pushes for Joint Naval Patrols With US in South China Sea

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Manila pushed for a “more collaborative presence” in the South China during bilateral consultations in Washington D.C.

US, Philippines Boost Ties In Ministerial Meeting
January 14, 2016

US, Philippines Boost Ties In Ministerial Meeting

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The "2+2" in Washington sees discussion on defense, economics and violent extremism.

Why Was a US Submarine Just in the Philippines?
January 13, 2016

Why Was a US Submarine Just in the Philippines?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A U.S. fast-attack submarine arrived at Subic Bay on January 12 at an interesting time.

US to Deliver Four New Patrol Vessels to the Philippines
September 08, 2015

US to Deliver Four New Patrol Vessels to the Philippines

By Prashanth Parameswaran
State Department awards contract to firm to provide Manila with the boats.
Philippines Asks for US Military Assistance in South China Sea
August 31, 2015

Philippines Asks for US Military Assistance in South China Sea

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Manila feels harassed by Beijing when resupplying its military personnel in the West Philippine Sea.

Philippines to Revive Former US Naval Base Near South China Sea in 2016
July 17, 2015

Philippines to Revive Former US Naval Base Near South China Sea in 2016

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila is looking to reopen the facility next year in a further boost to its capabilities.

Philippines Moves Toward New Naval Base Near the South China Sea
June 03, 2015

Philippines Moves Toward New Naval Base Near the South China Sea

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila is making progress on a new facility.

A ‘New’ Philippine Naval Base Near the South China Sea?
May 15, 2015

A ‘New’ Philippine Naval Base Near the South China Sea?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s armed forces chief says it is “a top priority.” But will it be realized?
What’s Next for US-Philippine Military Ties?
April 29, 2015

What’s Next for US-Philippine Military Ties?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A brief look at what might lie ahead for Washington and Manila.

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