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- March 11, 2024
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China Boosts Military Spending by 7.2%: Commitment to Deter Taiwan Separatist Activities

China Boosts Military Spending by 7.2%

China’s recent announcement of a 7.2% increase in military spending underscores its ongoing commitment to bolstering its defense capabilities and maintaining strategic stability in the region. This significant budgetary allocation reflects China’s determination to safeguard its national interests, particularly in relation to Taiwan, and sends a clear message regarding its stance on separatist activities in […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- March 11, 2024
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Two Sessions: Can a Rubberstamp Parliament Help China’s Economy?

Two Sessions: Can a Rubberstamp Parliament Help China’s Economy

However, a recurring debate surrounds the effectiveness of these gatherings, particularly the NPC, often criticized as a rubberstamp parliament due to its perceived lack of independent decision-making power. The question arises: Can a rubberstamp parliament effectively contribute to China’s economic growth and policy stability? The NPC, as China’s top legislative body, technically has the authority […]

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- March 10, 2024
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Crunch Time for Xi Jinping at China’s Annual Political Meeting

Crunch Time for Xi Jinping at China’s Annual Political Meeting

The “Two Sessions,” comprising the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), are critical moments for setting China’s agenda and priorities for the year ahead. This year, however, Xi Jinping faces a particularly challenging landscape that demands astute leadership and strategic decision-making. Within China, Xi Jinping is confronted with a […]

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- October 14, 2023
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India accuses China’s Vivo of visa violations, siphoning off $13 billion

India accuses China’s Vivo of Visa violations, siphoning off $13 Billion

These accusations come in the midst of escalating tensions between India and China over business activities. The strain began when New Delhi imposed stricter restrictions on incoming investments and banned hundreds of Chinese apps following border clashes in 2020, which resulted in the tragic loss of 20 Indian and four Chinese soldiers. The allegations were […]

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- October 13, 2023
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China’s Two-Child Policy is Running Out of Gas

China’s Two-Child Policy is Running Out of Gas

The one-child policy, initially implemented in 1979, was aimed at controlling China’s population growth. While it did help in controlling population growth, it also led to significant demographic imbalances, including an aging population and a gender imbalance. The transition to a two-child policy in 2016 was seen as a positive step, but it seems to […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- October 13, 2023
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PH beefs up naval presence in WPS

PH beefs up naval presence in WPS

The WPS is a vast body of water, part of the South China Sea, located to the west of the Philippines. It has been a contentious area, with multiple countries staking claims to various features and islands within it. The Philippines, China, Vietnam, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Brunei have overlapping territorial claims, leading to longstanding disputes. […]

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- October 12, 2023
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After Made-in-China Apps, India Now Wants to Block Beijing from Strategic Sectors

After Made-in-China Apps, India Now Wants to Block Beijing from Strategic Sectors

India’s drive to diminish dependence on Chinese products and technology began with the sweeping ban on numerous well-known Chinese apps, such as TikTok and PUBG. The motivation behind this move was rooted in data security and national defense concerns. The ban sent a powerful signal about India’s determination to protect its digital ecosystem. Now, India […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- October 12, 2023
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Births in China Slide 10% to Hit Their Lowest on Record

Births in China Slide 10% to Hit Their Lowest on Record

China’s demographic landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, largely due to a combination of factors. Historically, the Chinese government enforced a strict one-child policy to control population growth. While this policy has been relaxed in recent years, the effects of decades of population control are now coming to the forefront. The most recent data from […]

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LAKAS PILIPINAS
- October 12, 2023
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Chinese-Korean company owns ship that hit Filipino fishing boat Dearyn

Chinese-Korean company owns ship that hit Filipino fishing boat Dearyn

The unfortunate incident occurred while the fishermen were aboard their vessel, F/B Dearyn, which was anchored in a fishing area within the open waters off the northwestern Philippines. In the early hours of Monday, the boat was struck by the passing vessel, leading to its capsizing and the tragic loss of its skipper and two […]

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- October 7, 2023
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Assertive Transparency: The PH’s Counter Gray Zone Innovation

Assertive Transparency: The PH’s Counter Gray Zone Innovation

The gray zone encompasses a wide spectrum of activities, including cyberattacks, disinformation campaigns, economic coercion, and territorial encroachments. It poses a unique challenge for countries like the Philippines, which require a sophisticated response that goes beyond traditional military deterrence. Assertive Transparency is a novel strategy designed to address gray zone challenges. It combines deterrence with […]

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