South China Sea, page-7

some interesting comments and thoughts by the contributors to the theme.
Yes, previous president was very pro Chinese and large numbers entered the country on long stay visas whereas current government has restricted entry. They have denied many visas and are refusing to renew them in the last couple of months. Is this a reaction to Chinese interference ?
Current government clamped down on illegal online gambling run by Chinese in Philippines which is not allowed in China that generates millions in revenue with no tax paid and reportedly employed over 400,00 Chinese in Philippines illegally. The ownership of most of it is unknown Chinese who use it as a means to process syndicated money laundering. Fear of economic control and ignoring Phillipines law ?
Current government is spending on defence budget with massive increases previously government spent very little. Clark Airbase, naval buildup, recall retired military leaders, strengthening defence forces, ......
Marcos Jr is highly educated and not like his forebears. He is no Mug as suggested by AverageJoe.
Philippines is very rich in natural resources and that alone is attractive to China ?.