(Analysis) China has intensified its efforts to isolate the Philippines diplomatically within Southeast Asia. As tensions rise in the South China Sea, Beijing aims to weaken Manila’s position by courting other nations in the region. This strategy seeks to undermine the Philippines’ stance on territorial disputes and limit its regional influence. Beijing’s approach combines economic […]
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