In the contested waters of the South China Sea, tensions between the Philippines and China have reached a new height following a collision between a Philippine vessel and a Chinese coast guard ship. The incident occurred as Southeast Asian leaders gathered in Australia, where concerns about Beijing’s maritime aggression were in focus. The Philippines has…
Experts have been debating Putin’s genuine motivations for his actions for years. Some regard him as a clever tactician, while others see a leader motivated by the ambition to bring Russia back to its former greatness. Vladimir Putin has had an interesting political journey. He served as Russia’s president from 2000 to 2008. Then, he…
In the dynamic landscape of global geopolitics, the Asia-Pacific region stands as a focal point of strategic contention and military posturing. With China’s ascendance and North Korea’s nuclear ambitions, the region grapples with complex security challenges that reverberate across the international stage. Against this backdrop, the Asia-Pacific finds itself embroiled in an evolving arms race,…
Introduction The Alaska Purchase of 1867 was a significant event that transformed the geopolitical map of North America. It ended Russia’s attempts to colonize and trade along the Pacific coast and enabled the United States to expand its territory and influence in the Asia-Pacific region. Russia had been interested in Alaska since 1725 when Czar…
A Brief of South China Sea Dispute The South China Sea covers about 3.5 million square kilometers and boasts over 200 islands, reefs, shoals, and submerged features, making it a significant area for regional and global interests. It holds vast natural resources like fish, oil, gas, and minerals, facilitating international trade worth over $3 trillion…
Hey, folks! This is coming straight from an island province in the northernmost Philippines – Batanes. The residents of the islands have been insisted on joining the military by the Filipino government, as it plans to bolster the country’s defense capabilities near Taiwan. According to Philippine Army chief Lt. Gen. Roy Galido, such a call…
Introduction India and Maldives share deep-rooted ethnic, linguistic, cultural, religious, and commercial ties that stretch back to ancient times. India’s early recognition of Maldives after its independence in 1965 marked the beginning of diplomatic relations between the two nations. India established its mission in Maldives at the level of CDA in 1972 and upgraded to…
Introduction The Philippines has initiated a significant increase in troop presence on its islands nearest to Taiwan, as directed by the country’s defense secretary. The mandate includes bolstering troop numbers and constructing additional structures on the Banis Islands, situated less than 200 kilometers from Taiwan’s southeast coast. This strategic move by Manila reflects its proactive…
Introduction Imagine the stark contrast between the famines of Mao’s command economy and the boom of Deng Xiaoping’s reforms – that’s China’s economic journey in a nutshell. Now, after decades of dazzling growth, the dragon faces new challenges: slowing progress, debt worries, and internal strains. This analysis delves deep, exploring trade tensions, social shifts, and…
The relationship dynamics among China, Taiwan, and the Philippines are complex and historically burdened with tensions, territorial disputes, and economic entanglements. Central to this nexus is China’s stance on Taiwan as a renegade province and its pursuit of unification under the “One China” policy. Taiwan, however, stands as a beacon of self-governance with a thriving…
