# Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
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Manila’s Energy Brinkmanship: Seeking Sanctions Relief Amid a Middle East Maelstrom
The Philippines has declared a national energy emergency and is seeking U.S. sanctions waivers to import oil from Iran and Venezuela. As domestic reserves dwindle to a 45-day supply, Manila is testing its diplomatic ties with Washington to ensure economic survival amidst Middle East instability.
Fueling Crisis: Marcos Warns of Grounded Flights as Middle East Tensions Choke Philippine Supplies
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. warned that domestic flights may be grounded due to aviation fuel shortages caused by Middle East conflicts. The crisis highlights the country's extreme vulnerability to energy imports and global supply chain disruptions.
South Korea Deepens Defence Ties with the Philippines — Quiet on the South China Sea
South Korea and the Philippines upgraded ties during President Lee Jae‑myung’s state visit, signing memoranda that expand defence cooperation from arms sales to sustainment, AI and critical minerals. Lee avoided public mention of the South China Sea, underscoring Seoul’s careful balancing between deepening security ties in Southeast Asia and managing relations with China.