“Dalifornication” is the kind of phrase that sticks because it captures a cultural mood as much as a place. The Economist’s recent description of young Chinese “Dalifornia dreamin’” has turned the ancient city of Dali…
Binding or bust? The Philippines bets big on…
In the South China Sea, diplomacy is often as turbulent as the waters themselves. Now, the Philippines wants to calm the storm with a legally binding Code of Conduct. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has vowed…
The perception gap: Why Manila and Beijing see…
For the Philippines, the South China Sea is both a vital resource and a recurring flashpoint. Its reefs and shoals are not only rich fishing grounds but also gateways for energy exploration and global shipping.…
Vietnam’s Spratly buildup seen shifting balance for Philippines…
Vietnam’s accelerating maritime construction in the South China Sea is shifting the balance of power in one of the world’s most contested waterways, with direct consequences for the Philippines as it confronts increasingly assertive Chinese…
Stronger ties with China amid economic uncertainty urged
As the Philippines grapples with rising global economic tensions and the threat of recession, business leaders and political advocates are calling for a shift in the country’s foreign policy to foster stronger economic ties with…
China sets baselines for Huangyan Dao, following Phl’s…
China has officially announced the baselines for the territorial sea adjacent to Huangyan Dao (Scarborough Shoal), asserting its longstanding claim over the disputed area in the South China Sea. The move, which was outlined by…