Assessing President Duterte’s Controversial New Anti-Terror Law
The president’s supporters maintain the law is necessary for combating terrorist groups like Abu Sayyaf. Detractors worry that it could further chip away at the foundation of the Philippines’ democratic character.
India and the South China Sea: What the Philippines can Expect
Although India has toughened its stance against China in the South China Sea, the Philippines cannot expect a free lunch regarding its interests there.
In the Southern Philippines, Delays to Rebuilding Marawi Threaten a Fragile Peace
The longer Marawi is left in ruins, the higher the chance that history could repeat itself.
Middle Powers in Great Power Rivalries: The Case of the Philippines
Examining the Philippines’ role as a middle power amidst growing US-China competition.
After Duterte Scraps VFA, What’s Next for the US-Philippine Alliance?
The Visiting Forces Agreement was the glue that held the US-Philippines security relationship together.
Duterte’s Peace Overture to the NPA: Another False Dawn?
The Duterte administration has signaled a willingness to negotiate with the New People’s Army. But this is merely a first step in a long and tenuous peace process.
The Evolving Threat of ISIS in the Philippines
After a lull, could Islamic State rebound in the Philippines?
US-Philippines Relations at the Root of China’s SCS Power Play
Without the deterrence provided by US forces, China has had an easy time eroding the Philippines’ position in the South China Sea.
A Hit and Run in the West Philippine Sea?
Sparks are flying on social media following China’s sinking of a Philippines fishing boat in contested waters.
Global Forecast (01-28-2019)
ISIS claims responsibility in the latest Philippines bombing, Trump’s coal renaissance crumbles in the United States, and a generous pre-election budget expected in India.