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The Child of the Sun

A look into contemporary issues impacting the Philippines. The Philippines has been referred to by its countrymen as “The Child of the Sun.” It appears that a recurring theme amongst countries in this region incorporate the sun into their flags, mottos, and folklore. Whereas Japan is known as the “Land of the Rising Sun” andContinue reading “The Child of the Sun”

Philippine President Raises Stakes in the South China Sea

May 17, 2021 The Daily Express reports on May 15,2021, that the Philippines increased maritime presence in the contested waters of the South China Sea. In recent months, the People’s Republic of China established what is internationally viewed as a “provocative” presence in contested areas of the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). To date, PhilippineContinue reading “Philippine President Raises Stakes in the South China Sea”