THE South China Sea (SCS) has long been a flash point of geopolitical tension in Asia. The dispute over the SCS is not limited to China and the Philippines but involves multiple claimants, including Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan. Yet, the interplay between the Philippines and China, particularly under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
THE South China Sea has long been a flash point of geopolitical tension in Asia. The dispute over the SCS is not limited to China and the Philippines but involves multiple claimants, including Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan. Yet, the interplay between the Philippines and China, particularly under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s leadership, underscores the dispute's contentious and consequential nature.
Duterte's pragmatic rapprochement policy toward China reflected astute foresight, recognizing the necessity to adapt to the shifting power dynamics in the ever-evolving and tension-laden Asia-Pacific region. By prioritizing economic progress and engaging in constructive diplomacy, Duterte aimed to mitigate tensions in the SCS dispute and safeguard the Philippines from being marginalized amid regional transformations.
Stance Vs Rapprochement Policy In SCS Dispute
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