Edcel John A. Ibarra is Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman.
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The Philippines’ Near-Standoff with China at Sabina Shoal: Bolstering Preventive Deployment
Edcel John A. Ibarra
The Philippines has tried a new tactic of preventive deployment at Sabina Shoal but more must be done.
The Philippines’ Near-Standoff with China at Sabina Shoal: Bolstering Preventive Deployment
Edcel John A. Ibarra
The Philippines has tried a new tactic of preventive deployment at Sabina Shoal but more must be done.
Something Old, Something New: The Philippines’ Transparency Initiative in the South China Sea
Edcel John A. Ibarra|Aries A. Arugay
The Marcos Jr administration's measured transparency approach to Chinese grey zone activities in the South China Sea carries with it risks and challenges. It is not sufficient to protect and promote Philippines interests in the SCS. It needs to develop and articulate a clear maritime strategy for the security sector and the civilian bureaucracy.