south china sea Featured Philippines Should Adopt A More Peaceful Approach in SCS There is no reason or need to raise tensions in the SCS which is a very important trade route for the Asean countries, for China and for the rest of the world. No one wants a hot conflict in the region altogether.
geopolitics Featured US Secures Access to Strategic Military Bases in the Philippines to Counter China's Influence However, China has expressed concerns about the US presence and warned against any interference in its security and territorial interests.