Rappler's latest stories on Southeast Asia security
[ANALYSIS] Huawei and the Shangri-La Dialogue
The Pentagon sets its eyes on Beijing in a new Indo-Pacific security strategy that is expected to be unveiled at the annual Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, which begins Friday, May 31

Russian Navy sees terrorism, piracy as top Asia-Pacific threats
When asked about freedom of navigation in the South China Sea, the visiting Russian Navy only says its objective in Manila is to enhance naval cooperation with the Philippines

[ANALYSIS] Goodbye to arms control regime
With India joining the 'space superpowers' club, the world appears headed for a heightened arms race
[ANALYSIS] The security challenge for PH and Vietnam
Better security relations with Vietnam will ultimately benefit us. Here's why.

China’s navy targets building bases overseas – Pentagon
The Pentagon cites cases in 2016 of China using its intelligence services and employing other illicit technologies controlled equipment and other materials

Experts warn PH: Don’t underestimate ISIS
Exclusive: In the age of ISIS and lone wolf attacks is it even helpful to distinguish between what are ISIS directed and ISIS inspired activities?

Uyghur militants in Southeast Asia: Should PH be worried?
The presence of some foreign terrorists in Mindanao can facilitate the entry of Uyghur militants to the country particularly in the context of China’s new anti terrorism law

Philippine tourism: Held hostage again?
Beyond the brand campaigns a focus on strengthened security and basic law and order will be fundamental to the sustained growth of any ASEAN member state’s tourism sector

Obama to visit the Philippines in October
The American president will be in Manila October 11 12 the last stop of his 4 nation Southeast Asian tour