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Philippines Resists Chinese Coercion in the South China Sea with Defense Modernization and Alliances
Chinese actions in the South China Sea have recently pulled the Philippines’ commitment to security into question as Beijing seeks to...

Ian Murphy
Jun 2, 20244 min read


Year-End Review on China’s Threat to Global Security
As we move into the new year, it is important to reflect on the world’s international security environment in 2023 The Annual Threat...

Ian Murphy
Dec 25, 20234 min read


Philippine’s Evacuation Plan for Foreign Nationals in Taiwan
Recent geopolitical conflicts have exposed governments to the realities of the need to keep their citizens safe abroad. Revelations from...

Ian Murphy
Nov 24, 20234 min read


Consequences of Recent Changes in the Maharlika IRR
On July 18, 2023, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. approved the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF), which is a sovereign investment fund that...

Ian Murphy
Nov 23, 20234 min read


Can China-Philippines Tensions Lead to Regional Conflict?
On October 22, 2023, a Chinese Coast Guard vessel collided with a Philippine supply boat during a resupply mission to the Philippine...

Ian Murphy
Oct 30, 20234 min read
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