President Biden met President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of the Philippines at the White House, a sign of strengthening ties between the two countries. Here’s what you need to know.
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Biden Meets Marcos in Washington Amid Tensions With China
The Filipino leader’s four-day visit is meant to send a message to China amid conflict over Taiwan and the South China Sea.
Facing China, the Philippines and U.S. Join in Biggest Military Drill Yet
After years of saying it would not choose sides, the Philippines is now asserting a need to stand up to China’s territorial moves in the South China Sea.
Philippines Ferry Fire Kills at Least 28
The vessel caught fire near the southern island province of Basilan, the coast guard said. The cause of the accident was under investigation.
Supreme Court Considers a Mercenary’s Confession and the Confrontation Clause
In the case of a murder in the Philippines, the justices weighed whether relaying a confession that implicated another crossed a constitutional line.
Your Friday Briefing: Australia’s U.S. Nuclear Submarine Deal
Also, Russia hits targets across Ukraine.
Colorful, Iconic Jeepneys May Soon Be Off the Road in the Philippines
The passenger vehicles have been ubiquitous for decades. The way the government wants to replace them with pricey new minibuses is rankling operators.
Provincial Governor Is Fatally Shot in the Philippines
Three men have been arrested in the attack on Gov. Roel Degamo, who died on Saturday along with five citizens who had been meeting with him.
Your Wednesday Briefing: Biden and Putin Speak on Ukraine
Also, Saudi Arabia intensifies a crackdown and the Philippines moves closer to the U.S.
With an Eye on China, Philippines Moves Closer to U.S. Interests
Driven by worry about China’s aggression, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has adopted the most muscular foreign policy approach that the Philippines has seen in close to a decade.