The Philippine president has doubled down on having close relations with the US during his term, which has caused some tensions with Beijing.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 19% tariff on Philippine goods following a visit by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to the White House. The bilateral trade agreement entailed zero tariffs on U.

I think he has to do what's right for his country. I've always said, you know, make the Philippines great again,” US President Donald Trump said.

The country has been gradually expanding military cooperation with the U.S., Japan, and Beijing-claimed Taiwan.

US President Donald Trump said he would not mind if President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. “gets along with China” if it would be an avenue to “make the Philippines great again.”

Despite proclaiming a “one China” policy, Manila has been moving toward greater economic and security cooperation with Taipei.

China’s Education Ministry has issued a safety warning for Chinese students in the Philippines, following what it describes as a series of criminal incidents targeting Chinese nationals.

Manila's foreign minister said relations with Beijing are more than just their differences over the South China Sea, which sees the passage of about $3 trillion worth of ship-borne goods annually ...

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump to negotiate a favorable trade deal, amid security discussions. The talks are critical as Trump threatens increased tariffs on Philippine imports.