Southeast Asia is in the middle of an unprecedented military buildup — and it traces directly back to one country’s decision to stand its ground. From the water cannon attacks at Second Thomas Shoal to Japan donating destroyers, South Korea selling fighter jets, and the US deploying missiles to Philippine bases, this video maps the full arc of how Chinese aggression in the West Philippine Sea triggered a regional arms race. We break down every major acquisition, every key alliance, and what it all means for the balance of power in Asia. #Philippines #SouthChinaSea #WestPhilippineSea #SoutheastAsia #IndoPacific
Source: Why Southeast Asia Is Rearming — And the Philippines Is the Reason Why
