Over the last few weeks tensions have risen between the Philippines and China after accusations of the ramming of coast guard vessels in the South China Sea. This continues an ongoing disagreement between the two states, leading to fears the dispute could escalate to become a regional flash-point.

Stephen Hill asked Professor Aaron Jed Rabena of the University of Philippines to provide some overview about the recent happenings and how he sees the issue playing out in Filippino foreign policy.

Produced By: Stephen Hill

Featured In Story: Dr Aaron Jed Rabena, Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Philippines and Non-Resident Fellow at the Pacific Forum in Hawaii.

First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 4 September 2024