From Humiliation to Power: The Rise of China’s Military Might: In 1839, a fleet of British warships arrived off the coast of China, unleashing a devastating conflict that would mark the beginning of the nation’s “Century of Humiliation.” Over the next hundred years, foreign powers carved up Chinese territory, and its military, once the pride…
The United Kingdom and the Philippines have taken a major step toward strengthening their bilateral relations, signing a landmark joint framework agreement that hightlights deeper cooperation in defense, regional security, economic development, and climate action. The agreement, announced during the visit of British Foreign Minister David Lammy to Manila, signals the UK’s growing commitment to…
Manila, Philippines – In a historic and dramatic turn of events, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been extradited to the Netherlands to face charges of crimes against humanity at the International Criminal Court (ICC) over his controversial and deadly “war on drugs.” Duterte, 79, was arrested on Tuesday at Manila’s main airport before being…
In early 1942, on the rugged slopes of the Bataan peninsula, Filipino and American soldiers waged a desperate, months-long battle against a relentless Japanese onslaught. Amid shortages and overwhelming odds, these defenders held their ground with gritty determination, carving out a legacy of valor even as the battle took its devastating toll. Their stand at…
Manila, Philippines – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday upon arrival at Manila’s international airport, following an official request from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The 79-year-old faces charges of crimes against humanity over his controversial war on drugs, which human rights groups claim led to the deaths of tens of thousands of…
In the grand tapestry of international relations, certain moments serve as pivotal threads that can alter the entire design. A recent scene in the Oval Office: President Donald Trump, known for his unorthodox approach, engages in a heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The meeting, intended to solidify support against Russian aggression, unravels dramatically,…
A fisherman in Palawan casts his net into the waters of the South China Sea as the sun rises. In a Makati skyscraper, a call center agent wraps up a night shift, speaking flawless English to a client halfway across the globe. Thousands of miles away, a nurse in London finishes a grueling shift, sending…
The war in Ukraine isn’t just being fought with tanks and missiles, it’s now playing out in political offices and behind closed doors. In a tense moment, Donald Trump reportedly clashed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, raising serious questions about America’s future support for Ukraine. European leaders are scrambling to figure out their next move,…
WASHINGTON – The Trade War Returns The United States has reignited major trade conflicts with its three largest trading partners after President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China took effect early Tuesday. The measures, which impose a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian goods and double existing duties on…
“Nations have no permanent friends or allies, they only have permanent interests.” – Lord Palmerston The waves of the Pacific have carried many alliances, but few are as deeply woven into history as the ties between the United States and the Philippines. It’s a bond forged in war, shaped by geopolitics, and strengthened by shared…
