With the U.S. and the Philippines confirming a proposed ammunition hub, Subic Bay is already becoming a focal point for several defense-related developments. Our guests explain its significance.
With the U.S. and the Philippines confirming a proposed ammunition hub, Subic Bay is already becoming a focal point for several defense-related developments. Our guests explain its significance.
China-Taiwan War LIVE: Taiwan On HIGH ALERT! Chinese Military Activity Near Territory DetectedTaiwan’s Ministry of Defence (MND) on Saturday detected 17 sorties of PLA aircraft and detected 7 PLAN vessels operating …
China-Taiwan War LIVE: Taiwan On HIGH ALERT! Chinese Military Activity Near Territory DetectedTaiwan’s Ministry of Defence (MND) on Saturday detected 17 sorties of PLA aircraft and detected 7 PLAN vessels operating around its territory.#china #taiwan #war #philippines
The site of the Subic Bay Freeport Zone in the Philippines was the United States’ largest Pacific naval base up until the 1980s, with deep-enough water to berth aircraft carriers and …
The site of the Subic Bay Freeport Zone in the Philippines was the United States’ largest Pacific naval base up until the 1980s, with deep-enough water to berth aircraft carriers and with an enormous ship repair and logistics facility. In fact, it was known as the “logistics backbone” of U.S. Pacific operations. Now, it’s being quietly revived, more than 30 years after it was closed down. When Ferdinand Marcos Jr. met Donald Trump this week for the first time, they were asked about a proposed Subic Bay ammunitions base. Trump’s said: “Yeah, it’s very important. Otherwise we wouldn’t. We need ammunition. … We’ll have more ammunition than any country has ever had. We’re going to have more missiles than any country has ever had … It’s very important to me.” Why is such a hub key for the US and the Philippines? And what does a revived Subic Bay mean for regional security? Our guests: Renato Cruz de Castro National Chengchi University MOFA Taiwan Fellow De La Salle University Department of International Studies Distinguished Professor Guermantes Lailari Taiwan’s Institute of National Defense and Security Research Visiting Researcher Retired U.S. Air Force Foreign Area Officer Chapters 00:00:00 – Subic Bay’s Role in Philippine-U.S. Ties 00:01:47 – Proposal for Joint Subic Ammo Hub 00:11:51 – Recent Defense Developments at Subic 00:23:24 – Deepening Philippine-U.S. Security Relations #SubicBay #SubicBayFreeportZone #PhilippineUSRelations #Manila #Washington #USMilitary #USNavy #PACOM #IndoPacific #PacificOcean #PhilippineMilitary #PhilippineNavy #DonaldTrump #FerdinandMarcos #PeteHegseth #TaiwanStrait #SouthChinaSea #DefenseCooperation #SecurityTies #AircraftCarrier #Missiles #ChineseMilitary #PeoplesLiberationArmy #PLA #NavalBase #AmmunitionHub #RegionalSecurity #TaiwanTalks
A sweeping cyberattack campaign out of China targeted the U.S. government and private networks. Reports say even the agency that designs America’s nuclear weapons was breached.A Chinese American engineer was caught …
A sweeping cyberattack campaign out of China targeted the U.S. government and private networks. Reports say even the agency that designs America’s nuclear weapons was breached.A Chinese American engineer was caught stealing U.S. missile-detection tech for China. The California resident was arrested in February 2024—and now pleads guilty.Amid rising Washington-Beijing tensions, U.S. giants are retreating from China’s AI market. McKinsey and Amazon are among the latest to scale down operations.Is the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) weaponizing American courts to harm U.S. companies and steal intellectual property? A House Judiciary Subcommittee demands answers.”The Chinese Communist Party does not directly attack its adversary systems. Instead, Beijing seeks to supplant them, subvert them from the inside,” said Emily de La Bruyere, co-founder of Horizon Advisory.And Google removes nearly 11,000 YouTube channels tied to propaganda from China and others. The move is part of Google’s ongoing effort to counter disinformation campaigns.00:00 Intro01:21 Report: China Hackers Target U.S. Nuclear Arms03:07 Chinese American Tied to Missile Defense Tech Theft03:52 Amazon, McKinsey Halt AI Projects in China05:57 Congress Probes China’s Influence in U.S. Courts08:28 Google Removes Thousands of Propaganda Channels09:21 Hearing Examines CCP Political Warfare Against Taiwan11:24 U.S. Cracking Down on Illicit Vapes From China13:31 Trade Deals Made With Japan, Philippines, Indonesia15:39 Trump: Philippines to Pay 19% Tariff After Trade Deals17:42 Taiwan Delegation in DC This Week18:17 U.S. House Approves $500M for Taiwan’s Self-Defense19:43 Bessent to Discuss Tariffs With Chinese Officials
The State Department confirmed to NTD that a U.S. Commerce Department employee is trapped in China. The employee is the first known U.S. federal worker caught in Beijing’s exit ban, and …
The State Department confirmed to NTD that a U.S. Commerce Department employee is trapped in China. The employee is the first known U.S. federal worker caught in Beijing’s exit ban, and the third foreigner reportedly blocked in just one week.China is defending its barring of a Wells Fargo executive from leaving the country over an alleged but unproven criminal case. The U.S. government and the bank are now demanding answers.Thousands march for freedom in New York City’s Chinatown, shedding light on the Chinese Communist Party’s repression—both within and far beyond its borders.U.S.–China trade talks are back soon—likely with a new twist. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is hinting that national security issues could be on the table, like China’s support for Russia in the Ukraine war. With a looming tariffs deadline, he says quality matters more than speed.Microsoft is cutting China-based engineers’ access to Pentagon cloud systems amid national security concerns. The Defense Department says it will look into the issue.00:00 Intro01:35 Foreigners Held in China: 2 Barred, 1 Sentenced03:18 China Bars US Executive, Details on Case Unclear04:29 Shen Yun Artists: End CCP’s Global Persecution of Falun Gong10:06 Bessent: Talks With China to Cover Sensitive Issues; No Rush12:12 Microsoft Blocks China Engineers From Pentagon Projects12:51 Philippines’ Marcos Arrives in US to Meet Trump14:36 US House Approves $500 Million for Taiwan’s Self-Defense15:42 Sen. Cruz: ‘We Need Comprehensive Strategy’ on CCP
Host: Yin Khvat Please note the 20 nations comprised the 19 nations of Talisman Sabre plus Taiwan’s Han Kuang Exercise, as indicated in the video title Military drills were held across …
Host: Yin Khvat Please note the 20 nations comprised the 19 nations of Talisman Sabre plus Taiwan’s Han Kuang Exercise, as indicated in the video title Military drills were held across the Indo-Pacific region this week with 19 nations participating in Australia’s Talisman Sabre exercise, the Philippines’ Cope Thunder aerial drills, and the U.S’s Resolute Force Pacific program. In Taiwan, its largest-ever Han Kuang exercise was doubled in length and included a record 22,000 reservists. Meanwhile, according to leaked details in the Financial Times, U.S. Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby has been privately pushing Australia and Japan to clarify whether they would join the defense of Taiwan during a hypothetical invasion by China. Colby’s requests have reportedly irked Tokyo and Canberra officials, particularly given Washington’s policy of “strategic ambiguity”. Who leaked these details and why? In this episode, we discuss the leaked report, the latest military drills and what it all means for a potential conflict in the Taiwan Strait.
What does it mean when someone says, “A gun is pressed against your head at your doorstep”? Take a look at the deployment of the U.S. military’s “Typhon” missile system in …
What does it mean when someone says, “A gun is pressed against your head at your doorstep”? Take a look at the deployment of the U.S. military’s “Typhon” missile system in the Philippines today, and it will all become clear. This situation alone has already become a major concern for Beijing, a sword hanging over the heads of people along the southeast coast.
Exports projected to grow 0.4 per cent this year, down from last year’s 5.7 per cent, with more than half of APEC economies hit by US tariffs. Also on East Asia …
Exports projected to grow 0.4 per cent this year, down from last year’s 5.7 per cent, with more than half of APEC economies hit by US tariffs. Also on East Asia Tonight: Trump says India is offering “no tariff” deal; Washington says use of Huawei AI chips “anywhere in the world” violates US export controls; Russia and Ukraine hold direct talks in Turkiye; and Germany and Philippines sign defence deal.00:00 Headlines01:39 APEC warns of trade stalling07:38 Trump on India’s no-tariff deal offer08:19 Russia-Ukraine talks14:49 US curbs Huawei chips25:06 “Sabre-rattling”: Victoria Schofield on China-India border naming33:55 China-Vietnam rail travel40:28 Is the American dream still within reach for Chinese students?
High-level trade talks between the US and China kick off this weekend in Geneva, with the Trump administration signaling it may slash tariffs as high as 145% down to 60% or …
High-level trade talks between the US and China kick off this weekend in Geneva, with the Trump administration signaling it may slash tariffs as high as 145% down to 60% or even 34%. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng lead the negotiations, which could yield immediate relief for both economies. Key issues include curbing fentanyl exports, lifting rare earth restrictions, and stabilizing strained bilateral ties. Markets are watching closely for signs of de-escalation.Subscribe for full analysis on global markets, policy shifts, and economic trends.00:00 Introduction 00:17 US Eyes Tariff Cuts in Geneva Talks With China 03:39 Philippine Growth | Japan’s Gold Exports Surge07:21 UK-US Trade Deal
AFP: The Philippine military said today that there has been an incident involving the Chinese navy near Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea. The Philippines said that Chinese military vessels …
AFP: The Philippine military said today that there has been an incident involving the Chinese navy near Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea. The Philippines said that Chinese military vessels conducted “a high-risk maneuver.” What’s your response to that? Can you share more information?Lin Jian: The Philippines’ remarks disrespect facts and confuse right and wrong. Huangyan Dao has always been China’s territory. The Philippine military vessel attempted to intrude into waters of Huangyan Dao. China took necessary measures to handle the matter, which are legitimate, lawful, professional and restrained. The Philippines’ repeated infringement and provocation at sea is the root cause leading to the current tensions. China urges the Philippines to stop infringement and provocation at once, and refrain from challenging China’s firm resolve to safeguard the nation’s territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.
The disputed Sandy Cay reef consists of several sandbanks located just over one nautical mile northwest of Philippine-controlled Thitu Island and nine nautical miles northeast of China-militarized Subi Reef. Our guests …
The disputed Sandy Cay reef consists of several sandbanks located just over one nautical mile northwest of Philippine-controlled Thitu Island and nine nautical miles northeast of China-militarized Subi Reef. Our guests Lai I-chung and Tony Hu analyze the latest incident of escalation.
Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang on why China has folded in the trade war, the state of its economy, the dispute with the Philippines over control of the Sandy Cay …
Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang on why China has folded in the trade war, the state of its economy, the dispute with the Philippines over control of the Sandy Cay reef and Huawei’s development of a new A.I. chip. #foxbusiness #china #gordonchang #ai #sandycay
All eyes are on whether the United States and China can make a tariff deal. In the meantime, Chinese goods flowing into the United States decline sharply. What’s the current status …
All eyes are on whether the United States and China can make a tariff deal. In the meantime, Chinese goods flowing into the United States decline sharply. What’s the current status quo?Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the United States may sign its first tariff deal with India. We have more on his comment on China’s recent exemption of U.S. goods from tariffs.Canadians are heading to the polls to elect their next leader, as the parties lay out plans to handle the China threat.How has the Chinese Communist Party enabled the Kremlin’s war machine and extended a lifeline to the Russian economy? Our Washington correspondent breaks it down.00:00 Intro01:05 Chinese Imports to US Drop Sharply Amid Tariffs03:39 Bessent: One of the 1st US Trade Deals to Be with India04:44 China’s Interference in Canada’s Federal Election07:52 Russia Sources Dual Use Components from China11:26 Iran Port Explosion, Possibly Chemical, Kills 4013:21 China Eases Eu Sanctions, Strengthens Trade Ties16:08 Int’l Rallies Honor a Peaceful Appeal for Faith20:45 US, Philippines Hold Live-Fire Drills in South China Sea
For the first time, the U.S. has deployed a marine air defense integrated system to target airborne drones on the Philippines’ west coast. The exercise is part of the annual war …
For the first time, the U.S. has deployed a marine air defense integrated system to target airborne drones on the Philippines’ west coast. The exercise is part of the annual war games Balikatan, and comes as China continues to push its territorial claims in the region.
The Philippine Navy reports that five underwater drones were found in the country’s waters between 2022 and 2024. These devices, bearing Chinese markings, may have been gathering information that could be …
The Philippine Navy reports that five underwater drones were found in the country’s waters between 2022 and 2024. These devices, bearing Chinese markings, may have been gathering information that could be used to conduct “underwater warfare,” said a Philippine Navy spokesperson.What is the geopolitical significance of these waters, and what kind of intelligence might these drones be collecting? Watch the analysis of our guests, Tso Chen-dong and Renato Cruz de Castro.
In today’s show: Thousands Rally Alongside KMT Lawmakers, Calling for End to “Judicial Persecution” The Philippines Accuses China of Interfering in Upcoming Midterm Elections Crowds of Mourners, World Leaders Gather for …
In today’s show: Thousands Rally Alongside KMT Lawmakers, Calling for End to “Judicial Persecution” The Philippines Accuses China of Interfering in Upcoming Midterm Elections Crowds of Mourners, World Leaders Gather for Pope Francis’ Funeral Obituary: Remembering Pope Francis How World War II Affected Taiwan
China has dispatched a naval group led by its aircraft carrier CNS Shandong into the western Pacific OceanThis follows the US deployment of ship-sinking missiles to the Philippines as part of …
China has dispatched a naval group led by its aircraft carrier CNS Shandong into the western Pacific OceanThis follows the US deployment of ship-sinking missiles to the Philippines as part of ongoing bilateral Balikatan military exercises#china #trump #usa #philippines 0:00 INTRO 3:48 CCG ANNOUNCES LANDING ON DISPUTED REEF 5:15 14,000 FILIPINO AND US TROOPS TAKE PART IN BALIKATAN DRILLS 6:53 CHINA SLAMS TRUMP ORDER ON DEEP-SEA MINING
The Philippine and US militaries on Monday kicked off three weeks of joint exercises that will simulate a “full-scale battle scenario”, as the two allies seek to deter Beijing’s ambitions in …
The Philippine and US militaries on Monday kicked off three weeks of joint exercises that will simulate a “full-scale battle scenario”, as the two allies seek to deter Beijing’s ambitions in the disputed South China Sea.As many as 17,000 personnel are expected to take part in the annual “Balikatan”, or “shoulder to shoulder” drills, which for the first time will include an integrated air and missile defence simulation, to be attended by President Ferdinand Marcos.Sophisticated US weapons including the NMESIS anti-ship missile system will also be deployed, including near a crucial chokepoint in the waters separating the northern Philippines from self-ruled Taiwan.”We will demonstrate not just our will to uphold our mutual defence treaty in existence since 1951 but our matchless capability to do so,” US Marine Corps Lieutenant General James Glynn said at Monday’s opening ceremony in Manila.#philippines #china #us #southchinasea #manila #balikatan n18oc_world n18oc_crux0:00 INTRODUCTION3:32 US DEPLOYS ‘9000 TROOPS, NMESIS SYSTEM’ FOR BALIKATAN5:36 INDIA ‘SHIPS’ SECOND BRAHMOS SYSTEM TO PHILIPPINES7:02 CHINA TESTS NON-NUCLEAR BOMB
A memo from Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. paves the way for more of the country’s officials to travel to Taiwan, ending a blanket ban under previous policy. The memo also …
A memo from Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. paves the way for more of the country’s officials to travel to Taiwan, ending a blanket ban under previous policy. The memo also opens the door for official delegations from Taiwan to visit the Philippines.
The Philippines has taken a major step in strengthening its maritime defense by entering into a strategic partnership with Fincantieri (Italy) and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (Germany) to build the U212 NFS-class …
The Philippines has taken a major step in strengthening its maritime defense by entering into a strategic partnership with Fincantieri (Italy) and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (Germany) to build the U212 NFS-class submarine. The project not only brings state-of-the-art underwater technology, but also supports the development of the local defense industry and the construction of a new submarine base. With stealth technology, Air Independent Propulsion (AIP), and non-magnetic steel, the submarine will be an invisible force that strengthens the Philippines’ position in the Indo-Pacific region.#Philippines #Submarine #Fincantieri #Thyssenkrupp #U212NFS #Submarine #HorizonIII #MilitaryModernization #PhilippineNavy #MaritimeDefense #SouthChinaSea #AdvancedSubmarine #Armament #AirIndependentPropulsion #NonMagneticSteel #Italy #Germany #PhilippineDefense #MilitaryNews #IndoPacific
The Philippines is investigating more alleged Chinese espionage, with the arrest of six more Chinese nationals and one Filipino in Subic Bay in mid-March. Since then, China has named the three …
The Philippines is investigating more alleged Chinese espionage, with the arrest of six more Chinese nationals and one Filipino in Subic Bay in mid-March. Since then, China has named the three alleged Filipino spies it arrested earlier in Hainan Province and released video of them being questioned. Manila contests the allegations, saying the individuals are scholarship students with no links to crime or intelligence. The Philippine National Security Agency said the confessions were coerced to support China’s claims and made references to a nonexistent Philippine agency. Does Beijing intend to exchange the three Filipinos for the Chinese suspects held in the Philippines? How does the threat of more Filipino arrests affect Manila’s investigations into Chinese espionage?
Scheduled from April 21 to May 9, the Balikatan Exercise 2025 will feature a large-scale battle simulation designed to test “combined capabilities in highly realistic scenarios,” with 10,000 U.S. troops and …
Scheduled from April 21 to May 9, the Balikatan Exercise 2025 will feature a large-scale battle simulation designed to test “combined capabilities in highly realistic scenarios,” with 10,000 U.S. troops and 6,000 troops from the Philippines, Australia, Japan and other partners expected to take part.What specific scenarios will they be practicing, and how do these compare with the U.S. defense strategy in Europe? Join the discussion with our guests, Wang Kai-chun and Vincent Chao.
As regional tensions rise, the Philippines’ top military chief has for the first time told his troops to plan for a possible Chinese invasion of Taiwan. The remarks came as Taipei …
As regional tensions rise, the Philippines’ top military chief has for the first time told his troops to plan for a possible Chinese invasion of Taiwan. The remarks came as Taipei condemned China’s major blockade drill around Taiwan and after Beijing earlier flew nuclear-capable bombers near Scarborough Shoal ahead of U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s visit to Manila. Hegseth and his Philippine counterpart Gibo Teodoro agreed to accelerate their defense partnership to meet their greatest challenges. Are we seeing the first signs of Trump’s “unprecedented shift” to the Indo-Pacific? Our guests are: Vincent Chao DPP Taipei City councilor; former Washington D.C. TECRO political head Wang Kai-chun KMT Department of International Affairs assistant directorChapters00:00:00 Philippine Military on High Alert00:01:25 U.S, Philippines: Strengthen Security Ties00:11:07 Balikatan 2025: A Full Battle Test00:20:28 Hegseth Ends Trip with Japan Visit
Carl Zha speaks to Dr. Oualaalou of the @geopoliticaltrends about why US attempt to stir up tensions and weaponized South China Sea dispute using the Philippines against China will ultimately fail …
Carl Zha speaks to Dr. Oualaalou of the @geopoliticaltrends about why US attempt to stir up tensions and weaponized South China Sea dispute using the Philippines against China will ultimately fail amidst increasing economic integration between ASEAN economies and China. Why new Trump tariff will hurt Japanese and Germany automakers leaving Chinese automakers to dominate global markets
During a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on Wednesday, Sen. James Risch (R-ID) spoke about China’s response to American-Filipino cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access …
During a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on Wednesday, Sen. James Risch (R-ID) spoke about China’s response to American-Filipino cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. Fuel your success with Forbes. Gain unlimited access to premium journalism, including breaking news, groundbreaking in-depth reported stories, daily digests and more. Plus, members get a front-row seat at members-only events with leading thinkers and doers, access to premium video that can help you get ahead, an ad-light experience, early access to select products including NFT drops and more:
The Philippines’ Department of Foreign Affairs confirmed that China has detained three Filipinos for alleged espionage, two of whom were beneficiaries of a Chinese scholarship program in Hainan.Established under the 2017 …
The Philippines’ Department of Foreign Affairs confirmed that China has detained three Filipinos for alleged espionage, two of whom were beneficiaries of a Chinese scholarship program in Hainan.Established under the 2017 Sisterhood Agreement between Hainan, China and Palawan, Philippines, the program provided full scholarships to Palaweño students at Hainan Normal University from 2018 to 2022. Our guests Kuo Yu-jen and Yen-Pin Su share their thoughts on the issue.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was transferred to The Hague just hours after being arrested in Manila at the request of the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity …
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was transferred to The Hague just hours after being arrested in Manila at the request of the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity related to his bloody war on drugs. China’s foreign ministry has warned the ICC against “politicization and double standards” over his arrest. Join the discussion with our guests on why Beijing is defending Duterte.
As the United States and allies boost readiness in case of conflict with China, Beijing is pulling out two new tools. One of them is capable of cutting information superhighways at …
As the United States and allies boost readiness in case of conflict with China, Beijing is pulling out two new tools. One of them is capable of cutting information superhighways at the bottom of the ocean, and the other is able to hide at the deepest depths on the planet.Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.) is sending a message to China’s No. 2 official: stop sending fentanyl to the United States, then we’ll talk tariffs.America’s top telecom watchdog launches an investigation into nine Chinese tech firms. We have the details on the growing Chinese cyberattacks the agency is fighting.House lawmakers push to shine a light on hidden gifts from China to U.S. colleges and universities.00:00 Intro01:43 Reports Detail China’s Deep Sea Cable Cutter, New Robot05:10 Sen. Daines Lays Out Conditions for Tariff Talk With China06:37 FCC Investigates 9 Sanctioned Chinese Telecom Firms07:48 House Bill Targets Foreign Influence in Education09:58 Creatives Ask That Copyrights Stay Protected Against AI10:59 Trump’s Order to Boost Critical Mineral Production13:45 Chang: CCP’s Global Operations Aim for World Rule19:50 Hegseth Makes First Asia Trip as Defense Secretary20:40 US, Philippines Kick Off Military Drills21:16 Japan Lodges Protest on Chinese Description of Meeting
Chinese Nationals “Disappear” Before Filipino Scrutiny Near South China Sea | Spotlight | N18GAmid rising tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines reported a mysterious incident. The Filipino authorities said …
Chinese Nationals “Disappear” Before Filipino Scrutiny Near South China Sea | Spotlight | N18GAmid rising tensions in the South China Sea, the Philippines reported a mysterious incident. The Filipino authorities said that eight Chinese crew members aboard a non-Filipino vessel disappeared just before a routine inspection near Manila. Filipino authorities said they uncovered evidence confirming their prior presence. They said the ship lacked CCTVs and valid shipping papers. This isn’t the first time Chinese nationals — some even linked to the PLA — have appeared suspiciously on Filipino shores. With the US intelligence confirming China’s military deployment in the region, this incident has raised fresh geopolitical concerns.—The Philippines | South China Sea | China | Manila | PLA | Alyson Le Grange | Global South | Firstpost | News Live | World News | Latest News | Global News | International News | News | Trending News#philippines #china #manila #southchina #southchinaseadispute #pla #globalsouth #firstpost #newslive #worldnews #latestnews #globalnews #news #internationalnews #trendingnews