Viral moment for Manila showcases South China Sea dispute, but status quo remains
Experts say that increased awareness of Philippines’ legally-backed maritime claims may not yield concrete results.
Taiwan steps up AI defenses as China election interference fears grow
Beijing is likely to employ AI for deepfakes, fake recordings and targeted interactions with voters, experts said.
Indonesia-China naval drill could help normalize Beijing’s presence east of Taiwan
Experts said the drill was not a threat, but repeat activity with third parties there could bolster China's claims.
Philippines bets on classrooms to strengthen South China Sea claims
Experts say education can build lasting public support, but could also narrow future diplomatic options.
Duterte impeachment: bribing elites is China’s strategy, military official says
Philippine government launches national security probes into Chinese influence.
Residents say Philippines’ Pax Silica Hub will force them off their ancestral land
Philippine government says the effect on the mountain-dwelling indigenous Aeta people will be minimal.
China-Laos air base could be another Southeast Asian forward outpost for Beijing
Like Ream Naval Base in Cambodia, Ban Keun could lay the groundwork for increased Chinese presence, analysts said.
China pressure accelerates Philippines-Taiwan ties, analysts say
Manila defines one-China policy on its own terms amid Taipei’s plan to open a second trade office in Cebu.
Proposed US-led tech hub in the Philippines will secure supply chains, create jobs
The hub signals Washington’s symbolic return to the site of its largest overseas bases, analysts said.
Taiwan soft-pedals Scarborough claim as Manila ties take priority
Philippines' UN filing exposes gap between Taipei’s sovereignty claims and growing security priorities
