As the term of incumbent President Rodrigo Duterte is about to end, a recent forum highlighted the need for a more assertive, responsive, and strategic foreign policy, “especially in the light of China’s recent incursions into our Exclusive E-- Read more👇
areas of foreign policy and maritime security, experts agreed during a virtual town hall discussion organized by top think-tank Stratbase ADR Institute.
Their papers are among 16 policy studies written by experts in the fields of foreign policy, the economy and development, and governance. “We need a more responsive and strategic foreign policy that would implement a clear, cohesive, and consistent foreign policy direction and develop the country’s comprehensive power according to its military, economic, scientific, and cultural capabilities,” he said.
Manhit’s paper also highlights the importance of prioritizing economic cooperation and participation in regional and global economic initiatives to advance the national interests of the Philippines. In the forum, Cabalza said if China is a true friend to the Philippines, it should allow the incoming administration of President “BBM” to help the country’s military modernization and strengthen its territorial defense operations.