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There was so much hype about the Philippines’ pivot to China, but there are no significant results until now. After President Duterte’s visit to China last month, his fifth, we can’t help but ask whether the foreign policy shift has indeed translated to tangible benefits for Filipinos. The stronger and warmer Philippine-China bilateral relations were expected to boost … [Read more...] about Playing a losing game with China

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appears onscreen to update G7 leaders on the Russia-Ukraine war during the G7 Summit, in the Bavarian Alps, Germany June 27, 2022. Kenny Holston/Pool via REUTERS SCHLOSS ELMAU, Germany — The United States said on Monday it and its G7 allies planned further action to support Ukraine and sanctions against Russia over its invasion of its … [Read more...] about US sets new sanctions against Russia, outlines G7 plans