Our Securities and Insecurities: A Multifaceted Examination of the Philippines

Posted by Karl Garcia on March 16, 2024 · 314 Comments 

The Philippines, a Southeast Asian archipelago nation, grapples with a complex web of interconnected “securities” and “insecurities.” This paper explores how the Philippines strives for food security, human security, national security, and maritime security. By examining these interwoven realities, we gain a deeper understanding of the nation’s challenges and ongoing efforts towards stability and progress. … Continue reading →

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Salient Points in the Public Life of Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia, Jr.

Posted by Wilfredo G. Villanueva on October 23, 2023 · 53 Comments 

Interview by Wilfredo G. Villanueva October 21, 2023 Nominated by President Benigno S. Aquino III to be Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the United States of America on November 30, 2010 and confirmed by the Commission on Appointments on February 9, 2011. He formally assumed his position on April 2, 2011 and … Continue reading →

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Defense III: "Who’s the Enemy Around Here, Anyway?"

Posted by JoeAm on April 15, 2013 · 10 Comments 

Jack Ryan is famed author Tom Clancy’s CIA strategist who, via a series of spy and military adventures, becomes President of the United States. We herein take our best shot at emulating the young Ryan’s superior ability to digest chaos and mystery and come up with order. This installment of our Philippine Defense dialogue will … Continue reading →

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Internet Invasion: "The Reds Are Coming!"

Posted by JoeAm on March 11, 2013 · 28 Comments 

The blogging discussion about the Sultan’s Sabah escapade has morphed. When the incursion first began, a vocal alliance of strange bedfellows spoke loudest. We saw Muslims seeking satisfaction for years of neglect allied, strangely, with Filipino uber-patriots seeking expansion of Philippine territory to include what appears rightfully to belong to the Philippines, if you look at … Continue reading →

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Unit 61398: Is the Philippines "In Play"?

Posted by JoeAm on February 23, 2013 · 26 Comments 

Building Housing Military Unit 61398 Unit 61398 is a Chinese military operation. It has been pinpointed as occupying an office building in China from which hacking of American newspapers and government agencies has originated. These are official government acts. They are not anonymous hackers with bizarre ideals. It appears that China has officially authorized aggressive … Continue reading →

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