Can the Philippines’ become China’s ‘plus one’ amid South China Sea tensions?
The Philippines’ economic zones chief says Manila is being eyed as ‘the next preferred destination’ for China’s ‘plus-one’ ...
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Deterrence is an inherent right for Philippines
AS proof of the United States' 'ironclad' commitment to reinforce the Philippines' deterrence shield, US Defense Secretary ...
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China tells PH: Stop ‘provocations’ in WPS involving US
China on Saturday warned the Philippines to stop its “provocations” in disputed maritime waters, specifically activities with ...
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Analysts: US launcher transfer to boost Philippine defense, irk China
THE DEPLOYMENT of the United States’ Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) in the Philippines could improve military modernization efforts but may also provoke a military ...
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PHL told to strike balance in US, China ties or risk economic retaliation
THE PHILIPPINES needs to strike a balance in preserving its diplomatic and trade ties with China amid Manila’s pursuit of stronger military ties with the United States or risk economic arm-twisting ...
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China conducts military patrol in South China Sea, warns Philippines
China’s military said it had conducted a patrol in the South China Sea on Friday, the day U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ...