Duterte may have committed an act of treason. If he was still in power, the “gentleman’s agreement” was a gross violation of the Constitution, an impeachable offense.
Category: Opinion
The Inevitability of Armed Conflict in the South China Sea
Empirical evidence speaks the loudest. Today, as we write, China is relentlessly pouring down all kinds of offensive action against the Philippines right in its backyard.
US warns of Chinese military build-up in the region
China has also built its first-ever nuclear-powered, guided-missile submarine and is currently developing a stealth bomber that could cover the second island chain and the western Pacific.
Who broke a promise: China or the Philippines?
It was clear as day that China had broken its promise. It needs proof that the Philippines should have honored its word.
China’s concept of a free press
A Chinese diplomat said the Philippines would take journalists every time it delivers supplies to a grounded vessel in the Second Thomas Shoal and use them as propaganda tools to malign Beijing’s image as aggressors in the disputed sea.
“China-centered unified command” is a dream worth pursuing in PH-Japan-US trilateral
Japan, which used to watch only as observers, is expected to participate in the upcoming Balikatan war games in the Philippines.
How Things Could Play Out in the South China Sea
Philippine resolve in Ayungin Shoal and other disputed waters can potentially hurt China, especially if it results in a formidable, robust response from the US and her regional allies.
Where Does China’s Gray Zone Operations Lead To?
Philippine resolve in Ayungin Shoal and other disputed waters can potentially hurt China, especially if it results in a formidable, robust response from the US and her regional allies.
Marcos Jr.’s “Goldilocks Challenge” against China’s intrusions
Philippine resolve in Ayungin Shoal and other disputed waters can potentially hurt China, especially if it results in a formidable, robust response from the US and her regional allies.
The Unfinished Revolution Amidst Regional Conflict
Back to the unfinished revolution in the Philippines, the security events of today bear its scar not totally healed. Whether in its rise or fall, the Philippines has had its history entangled with that of the United States.