Many of the messages I receive in my inbox express a common sentiment: we have little choice but to purchase products made in China due to the lack of affordable alternatives. This observation is accurate. Chinese manufacturers can offer their products at low prices—often perceived as inferior in quality—because of high demand and strategic business…
Here in the Philippines, a congressional investigation has revealed a scandal involving the previous government’s anti-drug campaign, Pogo operations, and a spy network. Former and current senior government officials, Filipino and foreign individuals, and Chinese nationals, including Alice Guo, are implicated. Testimonies and evidence suggest connections between the former government’s anti-drug campaign and illegal Pogo…
This new Chinese regulation is infuriating. As a Filipino, it feels like blatant bullying designed to intimidate us from asserting our rights in the South China Sea. Here’s how this news might impact Filipinos: Regarding the Philippine government’s response, here are some possible courses of action: The Philippines should not have to face this challenge…
China’s bullying and aggressive behavior towards the Philippines has been a persistent problem in recent years. However, there is good news! China will not be able to intimidate the Philippines in the presence of other powerful military forces. During joint exercises in the West Philippine Sea, the Philippines, France, and the United States monitored no…
Many people are concerned about the rising number of Chinese individuals in the Philippines. Some members of the House of Representatives are leading a charge to investigate the possible recruitment of Philippine military personnel as online analysts by Chinese companies. They are also concerned that Chinese sleeper cells may exist in the country. These concerns…
As I was browsing the comments on my previous FB post, some lamented that there are few alternatives to using Chinese products and blamed the government. I cannot agree more. But we cannot only blame the government if we the masses do not patronize our products resulting in fewer locals venturing into businesses. Less demand…
The West Phillippine Sea Territorial dispute. The ongoing territorial dispute in the West Philippine Sea between China and the Philippines demands our attention. Recent reports of China holding onto an agreement with former President Duterte have raised concerns about loyalty and trust. It is imperative that we avoid warmongering, as history has shown that wars…
