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US Military Action Sparks Controversy in Philippines Amid ASEAN Chairmanship

1/6/2026

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The United States carried out military action against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
This has drawn scrutiny of the Philippines–United States alliance.
Critics in Manila say it complicates the Philippines' stance on international law while it chairs ASEAN.
The Department of Foreign Affairs expressed concern and reaffirmed commitment to international law and sovereignty.
Protests occurred outside the U.S. Embassy in Manila to oppose the intervention.

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The United States carried out military action against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
This has drawn scrutiny of the Philippines–United States alliance.
Critics in Manila say it complicates the Philippines' stance on international law while it chairs ASEAN.
The Department of Foreign Affairs expressed concern and reaffirmed commitment to international law and sovereignty.
Protests occurred outside the U.S. Embassy in Manila to oppose the intervention.