the Philippines

‘Trump of the East’ and ‘Duterte of the West’ as Asia and the Rest of the World Waits When Two Great Leaders Meeting

By Michael Davis - Nov 12, 2016 07:02 PM EST

Both Donald Trump and Rodrigo Duterte are known for their unorthodox diplomacy and ironic judgment towards policies in government. The United States and The Philippines have strained its relationship with the small squabble happening in Asia. Will this be the time that the two countries will further improve their relationship and leave the past behind as well?

US to Warn China with More Military, Humanitarian Exercises in South China Sea

By Dustin Braden - Aug 26, 2015 07:27 PM EDT

The United States has said it will increase the number and frequency of both military and humanitarian exercises in the South China Sea in an effort to send a message to China that its construction of artificial islands and military installations in the region will not be tolerated.

Chris Brown Philippines' Updare: Rapper Seeks Obama’s Help to Leave Country

By Maria Slither - Jul 24, 2015 09:40 AM EDT

Chris Brown is stranded in the Philippines.

China Says Policy Change on South China Sea Would 'Shame' Country

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 27, 2015 11:27 AM EDT

The Chinese government has reiterated in some of its strongest language yet that it will not back down from its controversial claims in the contested South China Sea.

US Accuses China of Positioning Artillery in South China Sea, Japan & EU Urge Calm

By Dustin M Braden - May 29, 2015 02:00 PM EDT

The United States accused China of placing artillery on islands it is building in the South China Sea, as Japan and the European Union beseeched all parties involved in the complex showdown to let cooler heads prevail.

Philippines and Vietnam Send Warning to China with Friendly Football Match in South China Sea

By Dustin M Braden - May 27, 2015 10:35 AM EDT

Soldiers from the Philippines and Vietnam sent a warning to China about its aggression in the South China Sea in an unusual manner, a game of football.

Japan Strengthens Regional Relationships to Counter Chinese Agression

By Dustin M Braden - May 27, 2015 09:35 AM EDT

Japan has taken a number of steps in order to shore up its relationships with other East Asian countries as China takes a more aggressive posture in the region.

China Makes Official Complaint Over, Philippines Demand More US Involvement in South China Sea

By Dustin M Braden - May 25, 2015 10:07 AM EDT

China has logged an official complaint about spy plane flights in the South China Sea at the same time the Philippines is demanding greater US involvement just days after a harrowing showdown between the Chinese and US navies.

Chinese Navy Threatens US Aircraft Patrolling South China Sea

By Dustin M Braden - May 21, 2015 10:48 AM EDT

The Chinese Navy urged a US surveillance aircraft to leave the area as it patrolled over disputed territory in the South China Sea.

Swiss Hostage Kills Guard, Escapes Abu Sayyaf Captivity in Philippines

By Dustin M Braden - Dec 06, 2014 01:41 PM EST

A Swiss man who was held captive by Islamist radicals in the Philippines has escaped from captivity after two years of being a hostage.

China announces plans for construction on contested islands in South China Sea

By Dustin M Braden - Aug 07, 2014 12:15 PM EDT

In a move sure to stoke tensions in East Asia, China has announced plans to construct lighthouses on a number of islands and reefs in the South China Sea claimed by other nations.

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