Philippines Welcomes More US Troops At Home: Will It Be Worth It? | Insight | Full Episode

Amidst rising tensions in the South China Sea and the Taiwan Strait, the American military is set to expand its presence in the Philippines.The Marcos administration wants to increase the number of US forces in the country, by allowing Americans access to four additional military bases including Palawan and Cagayan, through the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA). This move reverses the cooling US-Filipino ties under President Duterte. But the long, storied history between the two countries could complicate the return of US troops. At the same time, Chinese investments in the archipelago are in jeopardy, as Beijing protests the move. What is behind this troop buildup in the Philippines, and could this raise the temperature in the region, as China reacts to the growing American might at its doorstep?00:00 Introduction01:32 South China Sea disputes: China VS Philippines04:07 US increases military presence in Philippines07:40 Impact of Scarborough Shoals dispute12:13 US military alliance VS Chinese foreign investment22:27 Dark side to US’ presence in Philippines36:29 Taiwan: Why Philippines may be warming to US41:09 Beijing condemns US military expansion in Philippines43:42 Can Philippines balance relations with US and China?For greater INSIGHT into issues affecting Asia: https://youtube.com/playlist?l....ist=PLkMf14VQEvTaHr6 THE SHOW: Insight investigates and analyses topical issues that impact Asia and the rest of the world. ==========================#CNAInsider #CNAInsiderInvestigates #USChina #Philippines #ChinaFor more, SUBSCRIBE to CNA INSIDERhttps://cna.asia/insideryoutubesubFollow CNA INSIDER on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnainsider/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cnainsider/Website: https://cna.asia/cnainsider
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