China, Trump and Philippines

Philippines Confident in US Alliance Under Trump Amid China Tensions, Envoy Says
MANILA (Reuters) - The Philippines expects U.S. policy in the Indo-Pacific and support for its treaty ally amid South China Sea tensions to remain steady under Donald Trump, driven by bipartisan resolve in Washington, its ambassador to the U.S. said on Thursday.
Trump return to test Philippines’ China strategy, says analysts
Yet Trump’s unpredictable leadership style and rejection of traditional alliances also threaten to unravel President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s much-vaunted strategy of chasing closer defense ties with the US under the Biden administration.
China Responds to Trump's Victory, Wants 'Win-Win Cooperation' With US
Trump is likely to follow through with his pledge to increase trade duties on China, analyst Bonnie Glaser told Newsweek.
Philippines' Marcos Congratulates Trump, Pins Hope On 'Unshakeable Alliance'
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos congratulated Donald Trump on Wednesday for winning the US presidential election, saying he looked forward to furthering Manila's "unshakeable alliance" with its military partner Washington.
Donald Trump set to sustain US-Philippines ties to counter China’s clout: analysts
China will be Donald Trump's key priority, and the Philippines can expect security commitments from Washington to continue, analysts say Former US president Donald Trump's return to the White House could reshape the Philippines' defence strategy,
Trump secures victory as China calls for 'peaceful coexistence'
Donald Trump has won the presidential election in the United States. Although these are not yet official results, the Republican candidate already has over 270 electoral votes. The Chinese have already reacted to Trump's success.
China Says Hopes For 'Peaceful Coexistence' With US As Trump Nears Victory
China said Wednesday it hoped for "peaceful coexistence" with the United States as Donald Trump neared a decisive victory over Kamala Harris in the country's presidential election.

Philippine forces retake an island in mock combat

Manila's South China Sea provocations become increasingly awkward within ASEAN
The Philippines has consistently sought to make waves regarding the South China Sea issue. The two-week combat drills ...
Philippines unlikely to turn up heat in South China Sea dispute after US election: report
The Philippines is likely to maintain a “low-intensity” approach to China in the transition period after the United States ...
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How Would Trump’s Second Term Impact the Future of the Philippines?
Pacific, including support for their alliance, to stay steady under Trump, ensuring stability amid South China Sea tensions.
Philippines Approves Purchase of 40 Patrol Boats Amid China Spat
The Philippines has approved the purchase of 40 fast patrol craft worth 25.8 billion pesos ($441 million), seeking to bolster ...
Typhoon Yinxing makes landfall in northern Philippines as thousands evacuated
It's the 13th storm to batter the South-east Asian archipelago this year, and comes just weeks after powerful storms in the Philippines left more than 150 people dead.
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China warns PH on 'making a show of force' after defense drills in WPS | INQToday
China is accusing the Philippines of "making a show of force" that would supposedly escalate tensions in the West Philippine Sea as Manila holds large-scale combat drillsin the disputed waters.
NATO-type Southeast Asian security group not feasible, Philippines minister says
A security grouping in Southeast Asia similar to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is not possible at present ...
Philippines to deport Hong Kong man, mainland Chinese woman wanted in 59 million yuan case
Philippine immigration officials have arrested and will deport a Hong Kong man and an alleged accomplice who are wanted in ...