Chinese jets fly sorties over Taiwan strait in show of force as US delegation departs
Taiwan reported Chinese warplanes activity despite US-China talks. Blinken emphasized peace and stability in the Taiwan strait, warning China against supporting the Russian defense industry. [ more ]
Philippines: Is Marcos Jr. the EU's new best friend? DW 02/23/2024
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has moved the Philippines closer to the US and normalized ties with the EU, in contrast to his predecessor Rodrigo Duterte who had strained relationships with Europe.
The changes in the Philippines-EU relations are influenced by deeper geopolitical factors, including the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on Europe's global supply chains and attempts to strengthen ties with the Indo-Pacific region. [ more ]