The recent resupply mission by the Philippines, which took place from December 3-14, 2024, vividly captures the simmering tensions in the South China Sea. Delivering essential supplies and holiday care packages to soldiers stationed aboard the BRP Sierra Madre at Second Thomas Shoal, the mission drew an immediate response from China. The Chinese coast guard…
Choosing a career can be a daunting task, but understanding the best job opportunities can make the decision easier. In the Philippines, some professions stand out not only for their high earning potential but also for their crucial roles in society. Whether you’re drawn to the dynamic world of technology, the impactful field of healthcare,…
In recent years, the Indo-Pacific has emerged as the most geopolitically charged region in the world, with the shifting power dynamics between the United States, China, and regional powers like the Philippines playing a central role in shaping global security. As tensions continue to rise over contested maritime territories in the South China Sea and…
The United States has outlined a strategic plan to enhance the readiness of its Navy in preparation for potential conflict with China by 2027, with the goal of deterring aggression and protecting national security interests. The plan, known as Project 33, is aligned with China’s military buildup and its stated goal of preparing for an…
In the spring of 1975, as the Vietnam War came to a dramatic end, thousands of South Vietnamese fled their homeland, seeking safety and a new beginning. Among the chaos, Subic Bay became a sanctuary, with Grande Island serving as a temporary refuge for those escaping the fall of Saigon. For weeks, U.S. military personnel…
Recently, the Philippines has taken a decisive step to assert its territorial rights in the South China Sea by preparing to release an updated map that reflects its maritime entitlements in line with the 2016 arbitral ruling and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). This new map is a clear…
Tensions between China and the Philippines flared once again following a maritime confrontation near the contested Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, further intensifying a long-standing territorial dispute. Both nations offered conflicting accounts of the incident, highlighting the fragile state of relations in one of the world’s most strategic waterways. The Philippine government accused…
The proposed US-funded port in Batanes, Philippines, mirrors strategic initiatives in other parts of the world, such as the US military presence in the Baltic states near Russia. In Eastern Europe, NATO allies have fortified their positions with bases, infrastructure, and joint exercises in countries like Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, citing the need to counter…
The transfer of Hong Kong from the United Kingdom to the People’s Republic of China on July 1, 1997, marked the end of 156 years of British rule and the beginning of a new era for the region as a special administrative region (SAR) of China. This transition was governed by the “one country, two…
The Philippine military recently took action to monitor a Russian submarine, the Ufa, which passed through the South China Sea off the western coast of the country. According to a security official, the submarine identified itself after the Philippine Navy inquired via radio. The Russian vessel explained that it was heading back to Vladivostok, a…
