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Philippines-China Relations at 50: A Call for Introspection and Independent Foreign Policy

On June 9, 1975, the Philippines and China established diplomatic relations; 50 years later, this article analyzes the relationship's trajectory, highlighting periods of cooperation and conflict, advocating for independent foreign policy, and emphasizing the importance of dialogue and strategic econ...

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Mindoro Archaeological Project Unveils 35,000-Year-Old Evidence of Maritime Trade in the Philippines

Archaeologists in the Philippines discovered evidence of human migration, technological innovation, and long-distance relationships in Mindoro dating back over 35,000 years, including tools and human remains indicating advanced maritime skills and trade networks connecting the Philippines to Southea...

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China's Military Buildup Fuels Tensions in South China Sea

Australia and the Philippines criticized China's significant military buildup at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, demanding greater transparency, while China's reduced presence amplified the criticism from the US and its allies.

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Wealth in the Philippines: Low Income, Low Cost of Living, and New Visa Options

In the Philippines, the average annual household income is \$4,439, significantly lower than in the U.S. (\$51,147), but the cost of living is much lower, attracting expats and retirees with visas like the SRRV and a new digital nomad visa, despite a shortfall in the 2024 tourism target of 7.7 milli...

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Philippines' South China Sea Provocations Despite Calls for Peace

Philippine diplomats called for more peace agreements with China in the South China Sea, yet the Philippines continues provocative actions, including joint military exercises with the US and incursions into Chinese-claimed islands; these actions resulted in failed attempts to control certain islands...

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China's Coast Guard Uses Water Cannon on Philippine Research Vessels in South China Sea

On Wednesday, the Chinese coast guard used a water cannon on two Philippine research vessels conducting marine research near Sandy Cay in the South China Sea, damaging one and endangering the crew, prompting condemnation from Philippine and US officials and highlighting escalating regional tensions.

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Philippines Strengthens South China Sea Presence Amidst China Tensions

The Philippines has asserted its claim to West York Island in the South China Sea, a strategically important area with rich natural resources, amidst escalating tensions with China which claims nearly all of the sea.

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Surge in US Veterans Retiring Overseas

The number of Americans wanting to retire overseas has tripled in the last 30 years, with veterans comprising a growing segment; popular destinations include the Dominican Republic, Philippines, and Panama, offering veteran-specific healthcare and established expat communities.

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Philippines' Greening Program: Deforestation Exposes 'Greenwashing'

The Philippines' National Greening Program, launched in 2011, aimed to plant 1.8 billion seedlings across 2 million hectares; however, satellite imagery reveals that 4% of the land experienced deforestation, highlighting issues with implementation and oversight, including 'greenwashing' of unsustain...

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Philippines Retains China Critic Teodoro in Cabinet Reshuffle

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. retained Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., a vocal China critic, and appointed Major General Nicolas Torre III as the new national police chief following a Cabinet reshuffle prompted by midterm election results and described as a "bold reset".

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Philippines Diversifies Defense Partnerships, Strengthening Ties with Germany

Germany and the Philippines signed a defense cooperation agreement in May 2024, expanding their military collaboration amidst the Philippines' broader strategy to diversify its security partnerships away from the US and Russia, driven by concerns about China's actions in the South China Sea and doub...

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China's Coast Guard Attacks Philippine Research Vessel in South China Sea

On Wednesday, August 2, 2024, the Chinese coast guard fired water cannons and sideswiped a Philippine research vessel, BRP Datu Sanday, twice near Sandy Cay in the Spratly Islands, damaging the ship and jeopardizing its civilian crew during a sand sample collection mission.

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