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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.

Confirmed: Philippines Wants to Join TPP
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Trade secretary delivers Manila’s clearest declaration of intent yet.

The Philippine Military Wants US Drones
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country mulls acquiring drones following the easing of US restrictions.

Philippines Blasts China on South China Sea Reclamation Work
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Officials criticize Chinese actions following U.S.-Philippine strategic dialogue.

US, Philippines Begin Annual 'Balikatan' Military Exercise
By Ankit Panda
The annual exercise will involve 5,500 troops and focus primarily on disaster relief.

Why America Can’t Contain China
By James R. Holmes
Despite Beijing’s concerns, the U.S. couldn’t contain China even if it wanted to.

Analyzing the US-Philippines Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement
By Carl Thayer
What precisely does the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement between the U.S. and the Philippines do?

US-Philippines Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement Bolsters 'Pivot to Asia'
By Ankit Panda
The US-Philippines Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement is a boon to the "Pivot to Asia."

Japan and the United States Renew Commitments to Maritime Security
By Carl Thayer
The U.S. and Japan have taken to strengthening their alliances across Southeast Asia.

Samar and Leyte in US Military History
The U.S. military leads the foreign aid effort in Samar and Leyte, not without some historical echoes.
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