Reciprocal access agreement will allow armed forces to train and conduct military exercises in each other’s countries
Meeting comes two weeks after China menaced Philippine boats near Indo-Pacific flashpoint
Manila pitches itself as alternative for western countries seeking to diversify sources of EV battery material
The US is correct to support the Philippines in countering Chinese encroachment
Ambassador to Washington raises spectre of nuclear war as tensions deepen around disputed Second Thomas Shoal
The Sierra Madre has become the most dangerous flashpoint in the Indo-Pacific
Footage released by Manila reveals sharpest escalation yet over disputed Second Thomas Shoal
Incident is latest confrontation as tension mounts between the two countries over contested waters in the South China Sea
Defence secretary accuses Beijing of trying to ‘bully’ Manila ‘into submission’ or ‘appeasement’
Report illustrates special role Beijing plays in south-east Asia as region tries to balance political and economic interests
PLA general blames Washington for tension as Pentagon chief says allies seek ‘convergence’ on defence and security
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr says red line would be crossed if any Filipino dies in clashes with Chinese vessels
Also in today’s newsletter, Javier Milei’s cabinet chief to leave administration, and nations condemn Israel for Rafah strikes
Rising tensions between Beijing and Manila spark fears of wider economic fallout
Five key military contests are likely to determine the outcome of a conflict
Expanded annual exercises likely to further strain ties with Beijing after clashes between coast guards
Incident comes just days after Washington reiterated security ties with Manila
Support from Washington reflects mounting alarm at Beijing’s assertiveness in Indo-Pacific
US president to hold historic summits with Japanese and Philippine leaders in Washington this week
Rusting hulk of Philippine vessel Sierra Madre grounded on disputed reef has become potential US-China flashpoint
Possible deployment comes as two countries boost efforts to deter Beijing in South China Sea
Washington keen to counter Beijing’s economic influence by bolstering investment links to its oldest Asian ally
Ferdinand Marcos Jr has strengthened resistance to Beijing’s assertive tactics in South China Sea
Experts issue warning over country’s lack of digital literacy and cyber crime awareness
Closer military co-operation by Washington and Manila comes amid growing tensions with Beijing
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