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Tag: Philippines
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.
Biden Aims to Deter China With Greater U.S. Military Presence in Philippines
U.S. officials say they are preparing to surge forces in the event of conflict with China, including over Taiwan, but do not intend to build up permanent bases.
Your Friday Briefing: The U.S. Military Expands in the Philippines
Also, Vladimir Putin evokes Stalingrad and a contested film is a box-office hit in India.
U.S. and Philippines Have a Complex Military Alliance: What to Know
The United States and the Philippines have announced a plan to broaden American military access. The alliance is complicated by colonial history and rising tensions over Taiwan.
U.S. to Boost Military Role in the Philippines in Push to Counter China
Washington and Manila announced a plan to give the American military access to four new locations in the Southeast Asian country, a growing strategic partner in the region.
Your Thursday Briefing: A Deadly Helicopter Crash in Ukraine
Also, why economists are alarmed about China’s demographic crisis.