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Philippines Advised to Strengthen US Alliance to Counter Chinese Presence in South China Sea

Credited from: SCMP

  • The Philippines is committed to its strategy of openly challenging Chinese actions in the South China Sea while avoiding direct confrontations, leading to calls for stronger US support.
  • Raymond Powell, a security analyst, has proposed measures such as joint humanitarian operations with the US military to increase pressure on Beijing.
  • Despite budget cuts and resource limitations, the Philippines has made gains in building resilience against Chinese incursions through its assertive transparency campaign.
  • Critics note that relying on foreign assistance for territorial defense could complicate Manila’s diplomatic standing, raising concerns about perceptions of sovereignty.
  • Increased Chinese military activity is anticipated in response to heightened US-Philippine cooperation, indicating a potential escalation of tensions in the region.

For the full article, visit SCMP.

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