The US’ “ironclad” commitment towards the Philippines has been emphasised on several occasions. However, the current context is significant, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr deciding to strengthen their alliance due to China’s uncompromising stance in the South China Sea dispute, and tensions over Taiwan, which the Philippines is the closest neighbour to. Distinguished Professor of International Studies Renato Cruz De Castro from De La Salle University shares more on CNA’s Asia First.
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