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Japan, US, Philippines Team Up to Counter China’s Maritime Expansion

On Saturday, November 11, Japan led a yearly multinational naval exercise that included the Philippines as an observer for the first time, as...

Angeline Tan November 13, 2023

U.S. Says It Will Protect Philippines From China as Tensions in Pacific Rise

Luis Miguel October 26, 2023

American officials are citing a 1951 mutual defense treaty after Chinese vessels collided with Philippine naval ships. ...

Neighbors Slam China’s Military Incursions in Disputed Waters, Vow Cautionary Measures

Angeline Tan September 26, 2023

SINGAPORE — On September 24, the Philippines condemned China’s coast guard for erecting a “floating barrier” within its exclusive economic zones, preventing Filipinos...

Thailand Stages War Games With U.S. Military Personnel

Angeline Tan March 3, 2023

Over 6,000 U.S. military personnel are participating in Cobra Gold, the largest joint military exercise in mainland Asia. ...

Philippines Gives U.S. More Access to Military Bases as Tensions With China Rise

Angeline Tan February 4, 2023

SINGAPORE — The Philippines has broadened access for American troops and equipment to four more Philippine military bases, after the visit of U.S....

Does the Marcos-Xi Meeting Bode Well for China-Philippine Ties?

Angeline Tan January 6, 2023

In light of political and economic pressure from both China and the U.S., the diplomatic tightrope that President Marcos intends to walk is...

China, Philippines Try to Prevent ‘Miscalculation’ in Disputed Waters

Angeline Tan January 2, 2023

The Philippines and China will set up direct communication between their foreign ministries to prevent "miscalculation and miscommunication" in the fiercely contested South...

U.S. Backs Philippines Amid Beijing’s Forays in South China Sea

Angeline Tan December 21, 2022

SINGAPORE — The United States on Tuesday reinforced its backing for its military ally, the Philippines, in wake of Beijing’s “escalating” forays near...