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![South Korean and U.S. Marines take part in a joint amphibious landing exercise with their Philippine counterparts at a beach facing the South China Sea in San Antonio, Philippines, on Oct. 7, 2022.]()
South Korean and U.S. Marines take part in a joint amphibious landing exercise with their Philippine counterparts at a beach facing the South China Sea in San Antonio, Philippines, on Oct. 7, 2022.
The U.S. Has a Troublesome Asian Ally Against China
The Philippines is using U.S. military infrastructure to commit human rights violations.
![U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives for a meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the Malacanang Palace in Manila on Aug. 6, 2022.]()
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives for a meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the Malacanang Palace in Manila on Aug. 6, 2022.
The Philippines Is America’s New Star Ally in Asia
Manila’s geopolitical shift is more than the Biden administration could have hoped for.
![Austin walks down a red carpet past a row of honor guards.]()
Austin walks down a red carpet past a row of honor guards.
Biden’s Risky Bet on the Philippines to Counter China
Washington hopes the Bongbong Marcos government will allow it to use runways in the Philippines in the case of an armed conflict with China.
![Police officers stand outside the scene of a "buy bust" operation in the Philippines that resulted in the shooting death by police of an alleged drug dealer in 2016.]()
Police officers stand outside the scene of a "buy bust" operation in the Philippines that resulted in the shooting death by police of an alleged drug dealer in 2016.
The Philippines Is Losing Its ‘War on Drugs’
New President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has promised a more compassionate approach, but that’s not what it looks like in the slums of Manila.
![Filipino American journalist Maria Ressa gives a statement after posting bail at a regional trial court in Manila on Feb. 14, 2019.]()
Filipino American journalist Maria Ressa gives a statement after posting bail at a regional trial court in Manila on Feb. 14, 2019.
Maria Ressa Wants to Save Journalism
The Filipino American journalist and Nobel laureate explains what it’s like to be a government target—and how to safeguard a free press.
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Disinformation, Intimidation, and Other Threats to Press Freedom
Maria Ressa of Rappler on how to fight back.
![A supporter of Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. holds pictures of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos and his wife Imelda Marcos, at a campaign rally]()
A supporter of Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. holds pictures of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos and his wife Imelda Marcos, at a campaign rally
The Echoes of America’s Hypocrisy Abroad
Decades of Western support for dictators have caused a crisis of democracy.
![Philippine presidential candidate Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.]()
Philippine presidential candidate Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.
New Philippine President Marcos Is No Duterte on Foreign Policy
Monday’s victor intends to defend sovereignty against China and prioritize the U.S. alliance.
![Ressa holds up the Nobel Peace Prize diploma and medal.]()
Ressa holds up the Nobel Peace Prize diploma and medal.
How Biden Can Aid Maria Ressa’s Fight for Justice
The Nobel Peace Prize winner’s cause is about more than just press freedom.
![Philippine anti-China potesters]()
Philippine anti-China potesters
Duterte’s Dalliance With China Is Over
The mercurial leader has realigned Manila with Washington as tensions rise in Asia.
![British Prime Minister Boris Johnson shakes hands with a nurse.]()
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson shakes hands with a nurse.
Nurses Aren’t Like iPhones
Why Western countries can’t rely on imported labor in key professions.
![Maria Ressa holds up the warrant of arrest order after posting bail at a court in Manila.]()
Maria Ressa holds up the warrant of arrest order after posting bail at a court in Manila.
A Nobel for Journalists Is a Direct Challenge to Authoritarians
Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov’s award will make leaders like Duterte and Putin think twice before attacking reporters—but only if democratic governments bolster the free press.
![Maria Ressa speaks onstage at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Jan. 25, 2020.]()
Maria Ressa speaks onstage at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Jan. 25, 2020.
Maria Ressa’s Nobel Peace Prize Is a Call to Action
The last time a working journalist was honored, it was a German editor as World War II loomed.
![Law enforcement officials in riot gear force people protesting the police killing of Andrew Brown Jr. off a street in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, on April 28.]()
Law enforcement officials in riot gear force people protesting the police killing of Andrew Brown Jr. off a street in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, on April 28.
The ‘Global Policeman’ Is Not Exempt From Justice
Confronting the violence of U.S. policing requires an international perspective.
![Filipinos hold a mock Chinese flag with a collage of the faces of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jinping during an anti-China protest in Manila on July 12, 2019.]()
Filipinos hold a mock Chinese flag with a collage of the faces of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte and Chinese President Xi Jinping during an anti-China protest in Manila on July 12, 2019.
China Has Lost the Philippines Despite Duterte’s Best Efforts
Beijing’s growing aggressiveness is forcing Manila back into Washington’s camp.
![Six Chinese fishing vessels at Whitsun Reef.]()
Six Chinese fishing vessels at Whitsun Reef.
Manila’s Images Are Revealing the Secrets of China’s Maritime Militia
Details of the ships haunting disputed rocks show China’s plans.
![A guard of honor looks at Chinese president Xi Jinping]()
A guard of honor looks at Chinese president Xi Jinping
Records Expose China’s Maritime Militia at Whitsun Reef
Beijing claims they are fishing vessels. The data shows otherwise.
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The U.S. Has a Troublesome Asian Ally Against China
The Philippines is using U.S. military infrastructure to commit human rights violations.
The Philippines Is America’s New Star Ally in Asia
Manila’s geopolitical shift is more than the Biden administration could have hoped for.
Biden’s Risky Bet on the Philippines to Counter China
Washington hopes the Bongbong Marcos government will allow it to use runways in the Philippines in the case of an armed conflict with China.
The Philippines Is Losing Its ‘War on Drugs’
New President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has promised a more compassionate approach, but that’s not what it looks like in the slums of Manila.
Maria Ressa Wants to Save Journalism
The Filipino American journalist and Nobel laureate explains what it’s like to be a government target—and how to safeguard a free press.
Disinformation, Intimidation, and Other Threats to Press Freedom
Maria Ressa of Rappler on how to fight back.
The Echoes of America’s Hypocrisy Abroad
Decades of Western support for dictators have caused a crisis of democracy.
New Philippine President Marcos Is No Duterte on Foreign Policy
Monday’s victor intends to defend sovereignty against China and prioritize the U.S. alliance.
How Biden Can Aid Maria Ressa’s Fight for Justice
The Nobel Peace Prize winner’s cause is about more than just press freedom.
Duterte’s Dalliance With China Is Over
The mercurial leader has realigned Manila with Washington as tensions rise in Asia.
Nurses Aren’t Like iPhones
Why Western countries can’t rely on imported labor in key professions.
A Nobel for Journalists Is a Direct Challenge to Authoritarians
Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov’s award will make leaders like Duterte and Putin think twice before attacking reporters—but only if democratic governments bolster the free press.
Maria Ressa’s Nobel Peace Prize Is a Call to Action
The last time a working journalist was honored, it was a German editor as World War II loomed.
The ‘Global Policeman’ Is Not Exempt From Justice
Confronting the violence of U.S. policing requires an international perspective.
China Has Lost the Philippines Despite Duterte’s Best Efforts
Beijing’s growing aggressiveness is forcing Manila back into Washington’s camp.
Manila’s Images Are Revealing the Secrets of China’s Maritime Militia
Details of the ships haunting disputed rocks show China’s plans.
Records Expose China’s Maritime Militia at Whitsun Reef
Beijing claims they are fishing vessels. The data shows otherwise.
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